BARK RIVERHARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bark RiverHarris Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bark River-Harris School District school district, located in HARRIS, MI with about 397 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 22 teachers, Bark RiverHarris Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Bark River-Harris Elementary School is a public school located in Harris, Michigan, serving as a key component of the Bark River-Harris School District. Situated along the US-2/41 corridor in the Upper Peninsula, the school provides an educational environment for students in the surrounding rural community. It is part of a combined K-12 campus structure, which fosters a close-knit academic atmosphere where students can transition through their formative years within a single district community.

The school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive elementary education that balances core academic subjects with social development. By emphasizing a supportive learning environment, the institution aims to prepare its young students for their future secondary education while encouraging community involvement. As a central hub for families in the Harris area, the school focuses on fostering academic growth and character building, supported by the district’s commitment to providing accessible resources and technology for its student body.

For more information, contact Bark RiverHarris Elementary School at (906) 466-5334 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.