Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#933 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #933 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School, Baxter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
224 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harrison Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Elementary School part of?
Harrison Elementary School is part of Brainerd Public School District.
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