Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrison Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Street Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Street Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1289 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Street Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Street Elementary School is ranked #1289 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harrison Street Elementary School?
393 students attend Harrison Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Harrison Street Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Street Elementary School?
Harrison Street Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Street Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harrison Street Elementary School part of?
Harrison Street Elementary School is part of Geneva CUSD 304 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
HSS Last day of Roller Skating
February 14, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - If no emergency days used
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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