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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
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.
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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%).
Equity & Diversity
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61.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Robert C Harris Elementary School Compares
See how Robert C Harris Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4501 Thorngate Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood 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.
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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
- Phone
- (260) 467-6300
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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