Serving 1,409 students in grades 3-6, J.e. Harrison Education Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 1,409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.e. Harrison Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J.e. Harrison Education Center's student population of 1,409 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J.e. Harrison Education Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.e. Harrison Education Center is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1418 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
59%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.e. Harrison Education Center's ranking?
J.e. Harrison Education Center is ranked #1418 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend J.e. Harrison Education Center?
1,409 students attend J.e. Harrison Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of J.e. Harrison Education Center students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.e. Harrison Education Center?
J.e. Harrison Education Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.e. Harrison Education Center offer ?
J.e. Harrison Education Center offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.e. Harrison Education Center part of?
J.e. Harrison Education Center is part of Baldwin-Whitehall School District.
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