Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2419 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #2419 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, Ringwood School Primary Center, Lotus School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
447 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Harrison SD 36 School District.
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