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Very Good

#517 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 23% in state

David Harrison Elementary

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

3055 W KILDEE LANE, Springfield, MO 65810

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#517 of 2,221

In Springfield

#15 of 58

public schools

In district

#13 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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David Harrison Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About David Harrison Elementary

David Harrison Elementary is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. David Harrison Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. David Harrison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #517 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for David Harrison Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

David Harrison Elementary — Students at David Harrison Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
60.4%
ELA
69%
2025
Math
64%
ELA
68.2%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How David Harrison Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

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

3055 W KILDEE LANE, Springfield, MO 65810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David Harrison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFRIES ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MCBRIDE ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield 0.4 mi 7.4
JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield 0.9 mi 7.8
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Springfield 1.0 mi 5.8
GRAY ELEM. Springfield 1.3 mi 5.7
WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield 1.3 mi 7.0
NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Springfield 2.2 mi 5.3
ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield 2.4 mi 3.8
CARVER MIDDLE Springfield 2.5 mi 8.3
HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield 2.3 mi 4.7
SHERWOOD ELEM. Springfield 2.8 mi 7.0
CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield 2.8 mi 7.4
SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield 3.2 mi 7.0
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield 3.1 mi 7.7
KICKAPOO HIGH Springfield 3.1 mi 7.0
WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield 3.7 mi
COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield 3.7 mi
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield 3.6 mi 7.3
INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield 4.1 mi
COWDEN ELEM. Springfield 3.7 mi 6.8
NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa 4.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,562

Median Home Value

$282,900

Median Rent

$1,109/mo

Population

22,109

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

46.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO 7.6
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO 7.6
BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield, MO 7.6
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 7.6
DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 7.6
DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe, MO 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David Harrison Elementary

What grades does David Harrison Elementary serve?

David Harrison Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend David Harrison Elementary?

David Harrison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David Harrison Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at David Harrison Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does David Harrison Elementary rank in MO?

David Harrison Elementary ranks #517 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is David Harrison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

David Harrison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 David Harrison Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David Harrison Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is David Harrison Elementary a charter school?

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

Is David Harrison Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

45.7% of students at David 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#13 of 53

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