R N HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

R N Harris Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Durham, NC with about 350 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 30 teachers, R N Harris Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

R.N. Harris Elementary School, located on Cooper Street in Durham, North Carolina, is a dedicated member of the Durham Public Schools (DPS) district. The school serves a diverse student population with a focus on fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and a strong sense of community. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating various initiatives intended to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school emphasizes the importance of family and community engagement, striving to create a collaborative environment where parents and educators work together to support student achievement. By prioritizing a supportive classroom culture and utilizing modern educational tools, R.N. Harris aims to nurture the unique talents of every student. Those interested in learning more about their specific programs, school calendar, or enrollment procedures can find comprehensive information on their official website at http://www.harris.dpsnc.net/.

For more information, contact R N Harris Elementary at (919) 560-3967 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1520 Cooper Street
Durham, NC 27703-5016
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R N HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Durham, NC with about 350 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
350
Teachers:
30.71
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 350 students

Hispanic/Latino
50.6%
Black or African American
45.1%
White
2.9%
Two or more races
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
57.1%
Male
42.9%

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.