Harrison Elementary

Harrison Elementary serves 274 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Janesville, Wisconsin, earning a solid 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks impressively at #236 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 89th percentile among Wisconsin schools. With 25 full-time equivalent teachers, Harrison Elementary maintains an excellent 11:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes that can benefit young learners.

This staffing structure supports the school's strong academic reputation within the district. The school draws families from a stable community where the median household income reaches $70,317 and home values average $198,600. About one in four residents holds a bachelor's degree or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 8.9 percent, indicating a community with economic stability that often correlates with educational support.

Harrison Elementary sits on Princeton Road in this Rock County community of nearly 30,000 residents. The small city setting provides students with both suburban amenities and a close-knit community feel, creating an environment where elementary-aged children can thrive academically while developing strong connections with their peers and teachers in this well-regarded public school.