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#701 of 1,036 schools in AR

Harris Elementary School

Elementary School · PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4424 HWY 161 N, North Little Rock, AR 72117

Enrollment

210

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#701 of 1,036

In North Little Rock

#7 of 21

public schools

In district

#13 of 26

PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Harris Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in North Little Rock · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harris Elementary School

Harris Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Little Rock, AR, part of PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harris Elementary School serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Harris Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Harris Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

36% of students at Harris Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.1% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.3% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-29.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,934
Chronic Absenteeism36.2%

Harris Elementary School — Students at Harris Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.1% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.3% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2025
Math
10.1%
ELA
10.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Harris Elementary School Compares

See how Harris Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in AR
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4424 HWY 161 N, North Little Rock, AR 72117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harris Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LISA ACADEMY NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Sherwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Sherwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Little Rock, see our North Little Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
LISA ACADEMY NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sherwood 1.0 mi 9.1
LISA ACADEMY NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 1.0 mi 7.9
LISA ACADEMY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Sherwood 1.0 mi 9.5
MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.4 mi 3.3
ARKANSAS VIRTUAL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.4 mi 5.1
GLENVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.7 mi 2.9
WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 2.1 mi 3.6
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 2.0 mi 7.6
NORTH LITTLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.0 mi 3.7
NORTH LITTLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL 6TH GRADE CAMPUS North Little Rock 2.0 mi 6.4
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 2.9 mi 6.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.8 mi 6.1
CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.8 mi 8.3
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.8 mi 7.1
INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 3.0 mi 5.2
PIKE VIEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER North Little Rock 3.4 mi 4.1
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sherwood 3.6 mi 7.1
CALVARY ACADEMY North Little Rock 3.2 mi 5.1
CENTRAL ARKANSAS MONTESSORI INC. North Little Rock 3.9 mi
SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 4.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,670

Median Home Value

$125,400

Median Rent

$1,125/mo

Population

14,339

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

30.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harris Elementary School

What grades does Harris Elementary School serve?

Harris Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harris Elementary School?

Harris Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harris Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harris Elementary School rank in AR?

Harris Elementary School ranks #701 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Harris Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harris Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harris Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harris Elementary School a charter school?

No, Harris Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harris Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Harris Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harris Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Harris Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

District

PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
12,290
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,934
District Rank
#13 of 26

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