Harris Elementary School
644 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Harris Elementary School, located on Claiborne Drive in Duluth, Georgia, is a public school serving students within the Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) district. As part of one of the largest and most diverse school systems in the state, Harris Elementary focuses on providing a comprehensive academic foundation through the standard GCPS curriculum. The school is situated in a well-established residential area of Duluth, serving as a focal point for the surrounding local community and working to foster a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body.
Like many schools in the Gwinnett County system, Harris Elementary emphasizes a balance of core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—alongside initiatives designed to promote student character and personal development. The school’s administration and faculty typically utilize the district’s "Academic Knowledge and Skills" (AKS) curriculum, which is aligned with state standards to ensure students are prepared for middle school transitions. Through various extracurricular activities, parent involvement programs, and academic support services, Harris Elementary aims to create an inclusive atmosphere that meets the unique educational needs of its neighborhood’s youth.
Like many schools in the Gwinnett County system, Harris Elementary emphasizes a balance of core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—alongside initiatives designed to promote student character and personal development. The school’s administration and faculty typically utilize the district’s "Academic Knowledge and Skills" (AKS) curriculum, which is aligned with state standards to ensure students are prepared for middle school transitions. Through various extracurricular activities, parent involvement programs, and academic support services, Harris Elementary aims to create an inclusive atmosphere that meets the unique educational needs of its neighborhood’s youth.
644
Total Students
55.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 85 |
| Hispanic | 285 |
| Black | 132 |
| Asian | 115 |
| Two or More | 25 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic285 (44.3 %)
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Black132 (20.5 %)
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Asian115 (17.9 %)
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White85 (13.2 %)
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Two or More25 (3.9 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Gwinnett County |
| Phone: | (770)476-2241 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 644 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 55.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 378 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 84 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
1
Kindergarten
89
Grade 1
118
Grade 2
107
Grade 3
104
Grade 4
106
Grade 5
119
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 1 |
| Kindergarten | 89 |
| Grade 1 | 118 |
| Grade 2 | 107 |
| Grade 3 | 104 |
| Grade 4 | 106 |
| Grade 5 | 119 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 308 | 47.8% |
| Male | 336 | 52.2% |
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