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Harrison Street Elem School

Elementary School · Geneva CUSD 304

201 N Harrison St, Geneva, IL 60134

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,005 of 3,813

In Geneva

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#10 of 10

Geneva CUSD 304

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Harrison Street Elem School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Geneva · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harrison Street Elem School

Harrison Street Elem School is a public elementary school in Geneva, IL, part of Geneva CUSD 304. Harrison Street Elem School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,005 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Harrison Street Elem School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,336
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Harrison Street Elem School — Students at Harrison Street Elem School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
29%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Harrison Street Elem School Compares

See how Harrison Street Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
21th percentile in IL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

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

201 N Harrison St, Geneva, IL 60134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrison Street Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Primary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richmond Intermediate Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wild Rose Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Geneva, see our Geneva schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MANSIO MENS MONTESSORI OF GENEVA Geneva 0.3 mi
Munhall Elem School Saint Charles 1.2 mi 8.5
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES Saint Charles 1.2 mi
Geneva Community High School Geneva 1.3 mi 8.9
Lincoln Elem School Saint Charles 1.8 mi 8.0
Louise White Elem School Batavia 2.0 mi 7.3
Davis Primary School Saint Charles 1.7 mi 9.1
Western Avenue Elem School Geneva 1.9 mi 5.3
Williamsburg Elem School Geneva 1.9 mi 7.4
ST PETER SCHOOL Geneva 1.9 mi 6.3
VANGUARD GIFTED ACADEMY Batavia 2.5 mi
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GENEVA Geneva 2.0 mi
Thompson Middle School Saint Charles 2.2 mi 8.8
Richmond Intermediate Sch Saint Charles 2.3 mi 8.9
St Charles East High School Saint Charles 2.8 mi 8.6
J B Nelson Elem School Batavia 2.9 mi 6.4
H C Storm Elem School Batavia 2.8 mi 8.1
Wredling Middle School Saint Charles 3.1 mi 8.6
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Batavia 3.4 mi 6.3
Wild Rose Elem School Saint Charles 3.3 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,283

Median Home Value

$427,300

Median Rent

$1,816/mo

Population

29,838

College Educated

66.3%

Homeownership

85.2%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

39.7

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Carl Sandburg Elem School Charleston, IL 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrison Street Elem School

What grades does Harrison Street Elem School serve?

Harrison Street Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harrison Street Elem School?

Harrison Street Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrison Street Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Street Elem School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrison Street Elem School rank in IL?

Harrison Street Elem School ranks #3,005 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Harrison Street Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrison Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Harrison Street Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrison Street Elem School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harrison Street Elem School a charter school?

No, Harrison Street Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harrison Street Elem School a Title I school?

No, Harrison Street Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Geneva CUSD 304
District Enrollment
5,077
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,336
District Rank
#10 of 10

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