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R N Harris Elementary is a public magnet elementary school in Durham, North Carolina, serving 291 students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. This diverse school is part of the Durham Public Schools district, which has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
R N Harris Elementary has a highly diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 48.11% African American, 44.33% Hispanic, and 3.09% White. The school has shown varying academic performance over the years, with its statewide ranking ranging from 301 out of 1,502 elementary schools in 2022-2023 (4-star rating) to 1,086 out of 1,489 in 2020-2021 (1-star rating). However, the school has performed better than the district and state averages in several subject areas, particularly in mathematics. Additionally, R N Harris Elementary has excelled in the academic performance of its African American and Hispanic student subgroups, ranking 43rd and 48th, respectively, out of over 900 North Carolina elementary schools in 2022-2023.
When compared to nearby schools, such as W.G. Pearson Elementary and Maureen Joy Charter School, R N Harris Elementary generally outperforms them in academic metrics, particularly in mathematics. The school's per-student spending of $14,110 in 2018-2019 is also higher than the state average, which may contribute to its academic performance and the ability to provide additional resources and support for students. However, the school's fluctuating academic rankings over the years suggest the need for further investigation to identify the factors driving these changes and ensure consistent, high-quality education for all students.
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