Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-3, William Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Harrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
William Harrison Elementary School's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
William Harrison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Harrison Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2111 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
98%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Trenton Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
William Harrison Elementary School is ranked #2111 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William Harrison Elementary School?
243 students attend William Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of William Harrison Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Harrison Elementary School?
William Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William Harrison Elementary School offer ?
William Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Harrison Elementary School part of?
William Harrison Elementary School is part of Trenton Public School District.
In what neighborhood is William Harrison Elementary School located?
William Harrison Elementary School is located in the Chambersburg neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Chambersburg.
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