Serving 807 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harrison Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Central Elementary School's student population of 807 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Central Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1968 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Central Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Central Elementary School is ranked #1968 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harrison Central Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newport Elementary School, Lakeland Academy Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harrison Central Elementary School?
807 students attend Harrison Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harrison Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Central Elementary School?
Harrison Central Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrison Central Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harrison Central Elementary School part of?
Harrison Central Elementary School is part of Harrison Hills City School District.
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