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Harrison Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Fort Wayne Community Schools

355 S Cornell Cir, Fort Wayne, IN 46807

Enrollment

642

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,131 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#44 of 74

public schools

In district

#24 of 49

Fort Wayne Community Schools

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Harrison Hill Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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7.1/10

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5.8/10

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About Harrison Hill Elementary School

Harrison Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of Fort Wayne Community Schools. Harrison Hill Elementary School serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,131 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Harrison Hill Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-27 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,569
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

Harrison Hill Elementary School — Students at Harrison Hill Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
31%
2025
Math
24.3%
ELA
29.8%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Harrison Hill Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in IN
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

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

355 S Cornell Cir, Fort Wayne, IN 46807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrison Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN THE BAPTIST (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitney M Young Early Childhood (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Fort Wayne 0.2 mi 7.1
South Side High School Fort Wayne 0.6 mi 5.8
LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 0.8 mi 6.9
BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 0.9 mi 8.4
Fairfield Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 4.9
South Wayne Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 4.7
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School Fort Wayne 1.1 mi 5.7
Levan R Scott Academy Fort Wayne 1.1 mi 3.5
Merle J Abbett Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.1 mi 3.1
Weisser Park Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.3 mi 6.7
EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.5 mi 5.6
Whitney M Young Early Childhood Fort Wayne 1.4 mi 7.1
Bunche Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.8 mi 6.8
Study Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.8 mi 3.0
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy Fort Wayne 2.1 mi 5.7
EMMANUEL-ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 5.9
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.8 mi 6.2
John S Irwin Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.6 mi 6.8
Smith Academy for Excellence Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 7.7
Washington Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,341

Median Home Value

$133,500

Median Rent

$970/mo

Population

16,285

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrison Hill Elementary School

What grades does Harrison Hill Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Harrison Hill Elementary School?

Harrison Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrison Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Hill Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrison Hill Elementary School rank in IN?

Harrison Hill Elementary School ranks #1,131 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Harrison Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrison Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrison Hill Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harrison Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harrison Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

74.6% of students at Harrison Hill 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

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