HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HARRISON ELEM SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in OMAHA, NE with about 359 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 21 teachers, HARRISON ELEM 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.
Harrison Elementary School, located at 5304 Hamilton Street in Omaha, Nebraska, is a public school serving students within the Omaha Public Schools (OPS) district. Situated in the heart of the Dundee/Happy Hollow area, the school is known for its strong connection to the surrounding residential community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. It typically serves a diverse student body, focusing on foundational academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school.
As part of the Omaha Public Schools system, Harrison Elementary emphasizes a balanced curriculum that incorporates core subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science alongside enrichment activities. The school prides itself on a supportive faculty and staff dedicated to student success and community engagement. Because of its location in a historic neighborhood, the school often plays a central role in local events, maintaining a traditional "neighborhood school" atmosphere that prioritizes collaboration between parents, teachers, and students.
For more information, contact HARRISON ELEM SCHOOL at (402) 554-8535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OMAHA, NE 68132-1300
(402) 554-8535
HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in OMAHA, NE with about 359 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 359
- Teachers:
- 21.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- 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 359 students
- White
- 45.1%
- Asian
- 20.3%
- Black or African American
- 15.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.9%
- Two or more races
- 7.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 51.3%
- Male
- 48.7%
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.