Serving 1,108 students in grades 5-6, Ab Harrison Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 1,108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ab Harrison Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ab Harrison Intermediate School's student population of 1,108 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
1,108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The Wylie Way
School Rankings
Ab Harrison Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ab Harrison Intermediate School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1087 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
46%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ab Harrison Intermediate School's ranking?
Ab Harrison Intermediate School is ranked #1087 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ab Harrison Intermediate School often compared to?
Ab Harrison Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Al Draper Intermed by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ab Harrison Intermediate School?
1,108 students attend Ab Harrison Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ab Harrison Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ab Harrison Intermediate School?
Ab Harrison Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ab Harrison Intermediate School offer ?
Ab Harrison Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Ab Harrison Intermediate School part of?
Ab Harrison Intermediate School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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