Needs Improvement
#302 of 302 schools in RI
Harris School
Elementary School · Woonsocket
60 High School Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#302 of 302
In Woonsocket
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Woonsocket
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Harris School
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About Harris School
Harris School is a public elementary school in Woonsocket, RI, part of Woonsocket. Harris School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #302 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Harris School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Harris School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Harris School — Students at Harris School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI 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: 3.1/10.
How Harris School Compares
See how Harris School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 High School Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harris School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A F Maloney (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Blackstone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Blackstone), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woonsocket, see our Woonsocket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEACON Charter School Woonsocket | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Founders Academy Woonsocket | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket | 0.4 mi | — |
| ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket | 0.4 mi | — |
| RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Bernon Heights School Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School Blackstone | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Globe Park School Woonsocket | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Woonsocket High School Woonsocket | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham | 2.2 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| A F Maloney Blackstone | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary Blackstone | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,579
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,116/mo
Population
43,081
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence, RI | 2.6 |
| Stephen Olney School North Providence, RI | 2.6 |
| Bernon Heights School Woonsocket, RI | 2.7 |
| Globe Park School Woonsocket, RI | 2.9 |
| Greenbush Elementary School West Warwick, RI | 2.9 |
| Achievement First Iluminar Cranston, RI | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harris School
What grades does Harris School serve?
Harris School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harris School?
Harris School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harris School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harris School rank in RI?
Harris School ranks #302 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Harris School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harris School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harris School a charter school?
No, Harris School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harris School a Title I school?
No, Harris School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harris School?
52.7% of students at Harris 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (401) 767-4856
Resources & Links
District
Woonsocket- District Enrollment
- 5,574
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,344
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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