Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#843 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
17%
7%
White
55%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #843 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
537 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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