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#729 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 15% in state

Harris Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2126 PENFIELD RD, Penfield, NY 14526

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#729 of 4,742

In Penfield

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Harris Hill Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Penfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harris Hill Elementary School

Harris Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Penfield, NY, part of PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harris Hill Elementary School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #729 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Harris Hill Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+31 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,393
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Harris Hill Elementary School — Students at Harris Hill Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
85.5%
2022
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.1%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Harris Hill Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in NY
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Location

2126 PENFIELD RD, Penfield, NY 14526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harris Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DUDLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Fairport), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Penfield, see our Penfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penfield 1.2 mi 4.1
PENFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Penfield 1.2 mi 8.5
PENFIELD VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Penfield 1.3 mi
CHARLES FINNEY SCHOOL (THE) Penfield 1.3 mi 5.8
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 1.5 mi 5.9
MONROE 1 BOCES Fairport 2.0 mi 5.7
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 1.7 mi 7.4
JOHANNA PERRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport 2.8 mi 6.8
BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport 2.8 mi 6.6
MINERVA DELAND SCHOOL Fairport 2.9 mi 5.3
BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL Penfield 2.4 mi 7.0
SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 2.5 mi 7.7
JEFFERSON AVENUE SCHOOL Fairport 3.0 mi 6.2
ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL East Rochester 2.5 mi 5.6
NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Fairport 2.8 mi 5.8
DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport 2.9 mi 7.5
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester 2.8 mi 5.3
EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester 2.8 mi 5.0
MARTHA BROWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport 3.8 mi 6.9
PLANK ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,566

Median Home Value

$256,600

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

19,348

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harris Hill Elementary School

What grades does Harris Hill Elementary School serve?

Harris Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harris Hill Elementary School?

Harris Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harris Hill Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harris Hill Elementary School rank in NY?

Harris Hill Elementary School ranks #729 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Harris Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harris Hill 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 Harris Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris Hill Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harris Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harris Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

13.5% of students at Harris Hill 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

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