The top reported proficiency rate is 20% in Math. The lowest is 12% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Harrison Hill Elementary School
Harrison Hill Elementary School serves students in first through sixth grade as part of MSD Lawrence Township in Indianapolis. The school draws from a northeast-side section of the city, an area of Marion County with a mix of older residential neighborhoods and commercial corridors. The school itself is located on East 53rd Street, a main east-west artery through that part of the city.
The student body is large for an elementary school and reflects the diversity of the surrounding community. The enrollment is composed predominantly of Hispanic and Black students, with smaller shares of white students and students who identify as two or more races, and a very small Asian student population. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a figure that indicates the school serves a community with significant economic need. Data on the number of students with an Individualized Education Program or who are English learners was not available for this school year, so a parent would want to follow up with the school directly to understand the level of special education and language support services available.
On state assessments, the school's results present a clear area for families to weigh. Proficiency rates on the ILEARN exams, which are given in grades three through six, were below the midpoint among Marion County schools in overall proficiency across tested subjects. In math, roughly one in five students scored at the proficient or above level. In English language arts, the rate was lower still. In science, which is tested in grade four, and in social studies, tested in grade five, the proficiency rates were also low. The school's participation rates in math and English language arts were strong, so the results reflect nearly all students in the tested grades. Because the school serves only through sixth grade, there is no high school graduation rate to report. The multi-year trend data for this school was not available, so it is not possible to tell from the provided data whether performance is moving in a positive direction or holding steady at this level.
The housing context for families considering this area shows that home values in the zip code are below the state average and well below the national average, with a slight recent decline in value. Rents sit at a level that is moderate in relation to national benchmarks. Monthly mortgage costs on a median-priced home, accounting for a typical down payment and current interest rates, are noticeably higher than the median rent, which may tilt the local math toward renting for some families. The unemployment rate nationally is stable, and median household income nationally has risen modestly in recent years, but these are national figures and local conditions in this part of Indianapolis may differ.
The district, MSD Lawrence Township, was reviewed for recent changes that would matter to a parent, such as boundary adjustments, program launches, or school closures, but the search found little of lasting impact to report. A parent considering Harrison Hill should contact the district office or the school directly for the most current information on any upcoming changes, as this information was not captured in the available records.
For a family looking at this school, the core takeaway is that Harrison Hill serves a high-needs population in a diverse, urban setting, with state test results that are an area of concern and that warrant a close conversation with the school about academic support and intervention strategies. The school does not offer high school grades, so families will need to plan for a transition to a middle and high school within MSD Lawrence Township or elsewhere. The neighborhood itself offers relatively affordable housing by state and national standards, which may appeal to families who prioritize that affordability and are comfortable with the academic profile described here.
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