Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrison Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harrison Avenue Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Avenue Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#373 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harrison Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harrison Avenue Elementary School?
585 students attend Harrison Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Harrison Avenue Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Avenue Elementary School?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrison Avenue Elementary School part of?
Harrison Avenue Elementary School is part of Harrison Central School District.
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