JULIAN HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Julian Harris Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Decatur City school district, located in Decatur, AL with about 409 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, Julian Harris Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Julian Harris Elementary School, located in Decatur, Alabama, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Decatur City Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By leveraging a comprehensive curriculum and dedicated faculty, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success while promoting a strong sense of community and school spirit.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Julian Harris Elementary places a significant focus on holistic development and community involvement. The school utilizes its digital platform to maintain transparent communication with families, providing resources, event updates, and insights into classroom activities. With a focus on creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere, the school works to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
For more information, contact Julian Harris Elementary School at (256) 552-3096 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Decatur, AL 35603-1051
(256) 552-3096
JULIAN HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Decatur, AL with about 409 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Decatur City
- Total Students:
- 409
- Teachers:
- 24.34
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 409 students
- White
- 48.2%
- Black or African American
- 32.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.6%
- Two or more races
- 7.6%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Female
- 52.1%
- Male
- 47.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.