Julian Harris Elementary School ranked #278 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #390 in 2021 but declining from #252 in 2022, indicating fluctuating overall school rank trends among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was between 40–44%, higher than the state average of 30% in 2023; reading proficiency was 55–59%, also higher than the state average of 47%, while science proficiency ranged from 20–29%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Minority enrollment accounted for 56% of the 348 students in grades PK–5, with free or reduced–price lunch eligibility rising to 85% in recent years, reflecting increasing socioeconomic need.
The school served grades prekindergarten through 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 across 24 teachers, supporting a moderate enrollment size typical of a suburban New Jersey elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Decatur area, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive, averages 1.2 miles, reaching up to 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julian Harris Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
A Place To Be, A Place To Become
School Rankings
Julian Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julian Harris Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
38%
32%
White
44%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julian Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Julian Harris Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Julian Harris Elementary School often compared to?
Julian Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Nungester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Julian Harris Elementary School?
348 students attend Julian Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Julian Harris Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julian Harris Elementary School?
Julian Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Julian Harris Elementary School offer ?
Julian Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Julian Harris Elementary School part of?
Julian Harris Elementary School is part of Decatur City School District.
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