Below Average
#2293 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Henry E. Harris Community School
Elementary School · Bayonne School District
135 AVENUE C, Bayonne, NJ 07002
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,293 of 2,466
In Bayonne
#12 of 13
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Bayonne School District
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Henry E. Harris Community School
Elementary School in Bayonne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Henry E. Harris Community School
Henry E. Harris Community School is a public elementary school in Bayonne, NJ, part of Bayonne School District. Henry E.
Harris Community School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry E. Harris Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,293 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Henry E. Harris Community School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Henry E. Harris Community School — Students at Henry E. Harris Community School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ 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: 3.2/10.
How Henry E. Harris Community School Compares
See how Henry E. Harris Community School 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
135 AVENUE C, Bayonne, NJ 07002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Henry E. Harris Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WORLD PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is John M. Bailey Community School (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Community School #5 (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bayonne, see our Bayonne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,285
Median Home Value
$446,100
Median Rent
$1,593/mo
Population
70,468
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
38.6
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| Silver Bay Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 4.0 |
| Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School Jackson, NJ | 4.1 |
| Richard L Rice School Marlton, NJ | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Henry E. Harris Community School
What grades does Henry E. Harris Community School serve?
Henry E. Harris Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Henry E. Harris Community School?
Henry E. Harris Community School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry E. Harris Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Henry E. Harris Community School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Henry E. Harris Community School rank in NJ?
Henry E. Harris Community School ranks #2,293 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Henry E. Harris Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Henry E. Harris Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Henry E. Harris Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry E. Harris Community School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Henry E. Harris Community School a charter school?
No, Henry E. Harris Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Henry E. Harris Community School a Title I school?
No, Henry E. Harris Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry E. Harris Community School?
57.4% of students at Henry E. Harris Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (201) 858-5945
Resources & Links
District
Bayonne School District- District Enrollment
- 10,697
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,698
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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