HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harrison Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fayette County school district, located in Lexington, KY with about 261 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Harrison Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Harrison Elementary School is a public school located in the historic downtown area of Lexington, Kentucky, serving students within the Fayette County Public Schools district. The school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. By focusing on fundamental academic skills and social-emotional development, Harrison Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, often emphasizing community involvement and partnerships with local organizations to enrich the student experience.

The school’s location in the 40507 zip code places it at the heart of an urban residential neighborhood, making it a central hub for families in the area. Because of its setting, Harrison Elementary often addresses the unique needs of a multicultural and economically varied student population. The school faculty is typically dedicated to personalized instruction, utilizing various resources and extracurricular programs to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education that values both academic achievement and character growth.

For more information, contact Harrison Elementary School at (859) 381-3418 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

161 Bruce St
Lexington, KY 40507-1243
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HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, KY with about 261 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
Fayette County
Total Students:
261
Teachers:
25.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 261 students

Black or African American
53.6%
White
23.8%
Hispanic/Latino
12.6%
Two or more races
8.4%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.