Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Harrison Township Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Township Elementary School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Township Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Township Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
5%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
83%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Township Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Township Elementary School is ranked #710 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Harrison Township Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Township Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centre City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harrison Township Elementary School?
770 students attend Harrison Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harrison Township Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Township Elementary School?
Harrison Township Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Township Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Harrison Township Elementary School part of?
Harrison Township Elementary School is part of Harrison Township School District.
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