Serving 884 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 884 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 129% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1519 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
60%
21%
White
19%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #1519 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah Elementary School, Hardy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
884 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harrison Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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