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#869 of 1,363 schools in MD
James H. Harrison Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
13200 Larchdale Rd, Laurel, MD 20708
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#869 of 1,363
In Laurel
#11 of 20
public schools
In district
#78 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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James H. Harrison Elementary
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About James H. Harrison Elementary
James H. Harrison Elementary is a public elementary school in Laurel, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. James H.
Harrison Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. James H. Harrison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #869 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for James H. Harrison Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, James H. Harrison Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at James H. Harrison Elementary 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
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James H. Harrison Elementary — Students at James H. Harrison Elementary score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 James H. Harrison Elementary Compares
See how James H. Harrison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13200 Larchdale Rd, Laurel, MD 20708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James H. Harrison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LAUREL (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY OF THE MILLS SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Laurel, see our Laurel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle Laurel | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Oaklands Elementary Laurel | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Deerfield Run Elementary Laurel | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Laurel High Laurel | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Montpelier Elementary Laurel | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LAUREL Laurel | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Laurel Elementary Laurel | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST VINCENT PALLOTTI HIGH SCHOOL Laurel | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Vansville Elementary Beltsville | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ST MARY OF THE MILLS SCHOOL Laurel | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Scotchtown Hills Elementary Laurel | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus Laurel | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter Laurel | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THE JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Laurel | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Brock Bridge Elementary Laurel | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Laurel Woods Elementary Laurel | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Beltsville | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Bond Mill Elementary Laurel | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Maryland City Elementary Laurel | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL - LAUREL Laurel | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,457
Median Home Value
$431,500
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
26,599
College Educated
40.7%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George T. Cromwell Elementary Glen Burnie, MD | 5.6 |
| MOUNT AVIAT ACADEMY Childs, MD | 5.6 |
| NAVAL ACADEMY PRIMARY SCHOOL Annapolis, MD | 5.6 |
| ST JEROME ACADEMY Hyattsville, MD | 5.6 |
| TAKOMA ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 5.6 |
| TORAH SCHOOL OF GREATER WASHINGTON Silver Spring, MD | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James H. Harrison Elementary
What grades does James H. Harrison Elementary serve?
James H. Harrison Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James H. Harrison Elementary?
James H. Harrison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James H. Harrison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at James H. Harrison Elementary is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James H. Harrison Elementary rank in MD?
James H. Harrison Elementary ranks #869 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is James H. Harrison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
James H. Harrison Elementary 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 James H. Harrison Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James H. Harrison Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James H. Harrison Elementary a charter school?
No, James H. Harrison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James H. Harrison Elementary a Title I school?
No, James H. Harrison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James H. Harrison Elementary?
81.4% of students at James H. Harrison Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (301) 497-3650
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #78 of 194
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