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#1545 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 48% in state

Harrington Elementary School

Elementary School · Marshall Public Schools

100 S Clark, Albion, MI 49224

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,545 of 3,192

In Albion

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Marshall Public Schools

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Harrington Elementary School

6.4/10

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

Marshall Opportunity High School

5.2/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.7/10

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About Harrington Elementary School

Harrington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Albion, MI, part of Marshall Public Schools. Harrington Elementary School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,545 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Harrington Elementary School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Harrington Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

59% of students at Harrington Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-33.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.9 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,707
Chronic Absenteeism59.1%

Harrington Elementary School — Students at Harrington Elementary School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 9.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 10.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
8.4%
ELA
5%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Harrington Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MI
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.1%

Location

100 S Clark, Albion, MI 49224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Concord Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parma Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Parma), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Warner Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Spring Arbor), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albion, see our Albion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Marshall Opportunity High School Albion 1.3 mi 5.2
Concord High School Concord 6.9 mi 6.7
Concord Elementary School Concord 6.9 mi 6.9
Concord Middle School Concord 6.9 mi 4.3
Homer Community High School Homer 8.1 mi 6.0
Homer Middle School Homer 8.1 mi 4.3
Lillian Fletcher Elem School Homer 8.1 mi 4.7
Springport Middle School Springport 9.2 mi 4.7
Springport Elementary School Springport 9.3 mi 4.7
Springport High School Springport 9.3 mi 5.0
Parma Elementary School Parma 7.1 mi 6.9
Mar Lee School Marshall 8.6 mi 5.1
Warner Elementary School Spring Arbor 9.9 mi 6.1
Western High School Parma 10.0 mi 7.4
Western Middle School Parma 10.0 mi 5.9
Litchfield High School Litchfield 13.8 mi 5.7
Litchfield Elementary School Litchfield 13.8 mi 2.8
Marshall Academy Marshall 10.5 mi 5.5
Calhoun County Juvenile Home Marshall 10.7 mi
Bean Elementary School Spring Arbor 10.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,552

Median Home Value

$119,800

Median Rent

$846/mo

Population

13,309

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrington Elementary School

What grades does Harrington Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Harrington Elementary School?

Harrington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrington Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrington Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrington Elementary School rank in MI?

Harrington Elementary School ranks #1,545 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Harrington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Harrington Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrington Elementary School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Harrington Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harrington Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

85.7% of students at Harrington 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Calhoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.1%

District

Marshall Public Schools
District Enrollment
2,602
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,707
District Rank
#2 of 8

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