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Harrison Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

76 HARRISON AVE, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,362 of 4,742

In South Glens Falls

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Harrison Avenue Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in South Glens Falls · grades Pre-K – 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 South Glens Falls, NY, part of SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harrison Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,362 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Harrison Avenue Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,627
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Harrison Avenue Elementary School — Students at Harrison Avenue Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
62.3%
2022
Math
35.3%
ELA
41.1%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Harrison Avenue Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

76 HARRISON AVE, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

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 notably higher. Another option is OSBORN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDLAND SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Glens Falls, see our South Glens Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison 0.0 mi 8.1
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
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL Mamaroneck 1.9 mi 4.9
LEFFELL SCHOOL White Plains 1.8 mi 6.9
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 12803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,913

Median Home Value

$222,600

Median Rent

$1,194/mo

Population

8,915

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

38.8

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BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia, NY 6.3
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan, NY 6.3
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CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx, NY 6.3

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 Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harrison Avenue Elementary School?

Harrison Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Avenue Elementary School is 11.6:1. 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 #2,362 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 6.3 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 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% 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?

59.2% 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
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

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