Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert C Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert C Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert C Harris Elementary School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Robert C Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert C Harris Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#847 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
22%
14%
White
44%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fort Wayne Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert C Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Robert C Harris Elementary School is ranked #847 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Robert C Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Robert C Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Joseph Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Robert C Harris Elementary School?
360 students attend Robert C Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Robert C Harris Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert C Harris Elementary School?
Robert C Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert C Harris Elementary School offer ?
Robert C Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert C Harris Elementary School part of?
Robert C Harris Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
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