Excellent
#402 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 16% in state
South Harrison Elementary School
Elementary School · South Harrison Township School District · Harrisonville, NJ
A South Harrison Township School District elementary school where students score 5 points below what's typical for similar communities.
904 MULLICA HILL RD P O BOX 112, Harrisonville, NJ 08039
- Math 56% vs NJ 45% (2025)
- Reading 56% vs NJ 52% (2025)
- 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at South Harrison Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 22 points since 2021, reaching 56% in 2025.
Show all 16 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 56% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 58% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
12.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where South Harrison Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 25Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low1/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
College educated
44.8%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty rate
0%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08039; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Roper Early Childhood Learning CenterEnrollment path unverified | 4.9 | PK | 3.7 mi | 113 | Compare → |
| Mary S. Shoemaker SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.8 | K–5 | 4.1 mi | 539 | Compare → |
| General Charles G. Harker SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.3 | 3–5 | 4.5 mi | 667 | Compare → |
| Harrison Township Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.0 | PK–3 | 4.5 mi | 780 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South Harrison Township School District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $19,369NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 5.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
South Harrison Elementary School is listed in South Harrison Township School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About South Harrison Elementary School
South Harrison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harrisonville, NJ, part of South Harrison Township School District, serving approximately 348 students in grades Pre-K-6th with a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about South Harrison Elementary School
What grades does South Harrison Elementary School serve?
South Harrison Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend South Harrison Elementary School?
South Harrison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Harrison Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Harrison Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Harrison Elementary School rank in NJ?
South Harrison Elementary School ranks #402 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is South Harrison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Harrison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 South Harrison Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Harrison Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South Harrison Elementary School a charter school?
No, South Harrison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Harrison Elementary School a Title I school?
No, South Harrison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Harrison Elementary School?
12.4% of students at South Harrison 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Gloucester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.9%
- Phone
- (856) 769-0855
- Area population (ZIP 08039)
- 29
- Area median age
- 60.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08039; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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