HARRIS EL

HARRIS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 630 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, HARRIS EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

HARRIS ELementary School, located at 1711 Wheless Lane in Austin, Texas, is a public school serving the East Austin community within the Austin Independent School District (AISD). The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for its diverse student body. It focuses on foundational academic development, typically serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, and emphasizes community engagement as a core component of its educational approach.

As a neighborhood school, HARRIS ELementary strives to foster growth through a variety of programs tailored to meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of its students. The school environment is characterized by its dedication to closing achievement gaps and preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond. By partnering with local organizations and encouraging family involvement, the school aims to create a holistic educational experience that addresses both the rigorous standards of the Texas curriculum and the individual potential of every child.

For more information, contact HARRIS EL at (512) 414-2085 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.