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#444 of 1,754 schools in IN

Top 25% in state

Robert C Harris Elementary School

Elementary School · Fort Wayne Community Schools

4501 Thorngate Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46835

334
Students
11.1:1
Student-Teacher
Kindergarten – 5th
Grades Served
Top 25%
in IN

About Robert C Harris Elementary School

Robert C Harris Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of the Fort Wayne Community Schools. The school serves approximately 334 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.5/10, placing it in the 74.7th percentile among IN schools — an average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,595, where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-7.47 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.4%
Reading/ELA Proficiency0.4%
Math vs. State Avg0 pts
Reading vs. State Avg0 pts
Overall Proficiency0%
Expected (poverty-adj.)6%
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.5Exceptional29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1

Robert C Harris Elementary School — Students at Robert C Harris Elementary School score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Robert C Harris Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
75th percentile in IN
Academic
5.2/10
5.2/10
Growth
5.4/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
9.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers

Location

4501 Thorngate Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46835

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 5.0
R Nelson Snider High School Fort Wayne 1.3 mi 7.2
Glenwood Park Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.4 mi 4.5
Lane Middle School Fort Wayne 1.4 mi 6.1
Saint Joseph Central School Fort Wayne 1.4 mi 6.0
Brentwood Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 6.4
Willard Shambaugh Elementary Sch Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 6.0
Fred H Croninger Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 3.5
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.3 mi 5.0
PINE HILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 5.0
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 5.0
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 5.0
Mabel K Holland Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 4.8
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.3 mi 5.5
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 5.0
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 5.0
CROSSROAD ACADEMY Fort Wayne 2.5 mi 5.0
Northwood Middle School Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 5.8
Blackhawk Middle School Fort Wayne 2.3 mi 4.7
ST JUDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.6 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,595

Median Home Value

$194,200

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

37,589

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert C Harris Elementary School

What grades does Robert C Harris Elementary School serve?

Robert C Harris Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Robert C Harris Elementary School?

Robert C Harris Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Robert C Harris Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert C Harris Elementary School rank in IN?

Robert C Harris Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 1,754 schools in IN.

What is Robert C Harris Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert C Harris Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Robert C Harris Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Robert C Harris Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

61.4% of students at Robert C 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.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Allen County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details