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#622 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 13% in state

Harrison Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

480 HARRISON AVE, Harrison, NY 10528

Enrollment

585

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#622 of 4,742

In Harrison

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Harrison Avenue Elementary School

8.1/10

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

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About Harrison Avenue Elementary School

Harrison Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harrison, NY, part of HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harrison Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #622 of 4,742 schools in NY.

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

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,051
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Harrison Avenue Elementary School — Students at Harrison Avenue Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.7%

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 74.4% (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
85%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
83%
ELA
84.5%
2022
Math
76.7%
ELA
70.7%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Harrison Avenue Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in NY
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Location

480 HARRISON AVE, Harrison, NY 10528

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrison Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILTON SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OSBORN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MIDLAND SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harrison, see our Harrison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 0.0 mi 6.3
LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison 0.2 mi 7.6
PARSONS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Harrison 0.8 mi 6.2
RYE NECK MIDDLE SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.2 mi 7.9
OSBORN SCHOOL Rye 1.1 mi 8.4
RYE NECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.4 mi 9.2
HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison 1.2 mi 9.2
DANIEL WARREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.6 mi 7.7
F E BELLOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.8 mi 8.1
RYE HIGH SCHOOL Rye 1.5 mi 9.2
RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye 1.5 mi 8.4
RESURRECTION GRAMMAR SCHOOL Rye 1.5 mi 5.5
LEFFELL SCHOOL White Plains 1.8 mi 6.9
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.9 mi 4.9
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE White Plains 1.8 mi 7.0
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF NEW YORK Mamaroneck 2.1 mi 7.6
MILTON SCHOOL Rye 2.0 mi 8.8
MIDLAND SCHOOL Rye 1.8 mi 8.4
RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye 1.9 mi 6.6
SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye 2.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10528 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,193

Median Home Value

$934,100

Median Rent

$2,683/mo

Population

13,822

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

53.8%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
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BRONX ACADEMY OF PROMISE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 8.1
BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 8.1
DOS PUENTES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New York, NY 8.1
FAYETTEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville, NY 8.1
FRANCIS L STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake, NY 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrison Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Harrison Avenue Elementary School serve?

Harrison Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harrison Avenue Elementary School?

Harrison Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrison Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Avenue Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrison Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?

Harrison Avenue Elementary School ranks #622 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Harrison Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrison Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Harrison Avenue Elementary School?

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

Is Harrison Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harrison Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

8.7% of students at Harrison Avenue 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,760
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,051
District Rank
#3 of 6

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