Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrison Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1724 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
36%
13%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Elementary School is ranked #1724 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Harrison Elementary School?
601 students attend Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Harrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Elementary School?
Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Indiana 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 South Bend Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Elementary School located?
Harrison Elementary School is located in the LaSalle Park neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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