HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harrison Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hamilton County school district, located in Harrison, TN with about 411 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 21 teachers, Harrison Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 5637 Highway 58 North in Harrison, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Hamilton County School District. Situated in a suburban community northeast of Chattanooga, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development for students in their early formative years. The campus functions as a local hub for families in the Harrison area, emphasizing a supportive environment that aims to prepare children for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its core curriculum, Harrison Elementary focuses on cultivating a positive school culture that encourages community engagement and student participation. The school leverages its location to provide a neighborhood-centric learning experience, often involving local families in various school events and activities. By prioritizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning, Harrison Elementary strives to provide its student body with the necessary tools for long-term academic success in a collaborative and structured setting.

For more information, contact Harrison Elementary at (423) 344-1428 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.