Aurora Highlands K-8 vs Harrison School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 152 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aurora Highlands K-8
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
472 students
Harrison School
Canon City · Public elementary · Grades K–8
472 students
| Measure | Aurora Highlands K-8 Aurora, Colorado | Harrison School Canon City, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #447 of 993 | #680 of 993 |
| National rank | #26868 of 50,301 | #37098 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 472 | 472 |
| Enrollment | 472 | 472 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Aurora | Canon City |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aurora Highlands K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 32.2).
- •Aurora Highlands K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61% vs 71%).
- •Harrison School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.2).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora Highlands K-8 better than Harrison School?
On the Success Index (US), Aurora Highlands K-8 ranks higher (47.4 vs 32.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aurora Highlands K-8 and Harrison School?
About 152 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Canon City in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aurora Highlands K-8: 472. Harrison School: 472. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aurora Highlands K-8 and Harrison School rank in Colorado?
Aurora Highlands K-8 is 447th of 993 and Harrison School is 680th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).