Serving 1,508 students in grades 9-12, Harrison Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison Central High School's student population of 1,508 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Central High School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
51%
47%
White
36%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Central High School's ranking?
Harrison Central High School is ranked #185 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Harrison Central High School often compared to?
Harrison Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Harrison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison Central High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison Central High School is 87%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Harrison Central High School?
1,508 students attend Harrison Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harrison Central High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Central High School?
Harrison Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Central High School offer ?
Harrison Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harrison Central High School part of?
Harrison Central High School is part of Harrison Co School District.
School Reviews
2 12/8/2017
Most students are neglected here. Unless you're good at something, don't except to get anything good. You're in it alone at this school. They have maybe 5 or 6 good teachers and they are the ones you can barely even get into their class.
1 2/25/2017
As a parent I COMPLETELY 100% agree with the students review. My daughter is a smart, good kid and has been ignored and no one is willing to give her direction. As a freshmen she needs to know how it all works and have guidance. She wants to be involved but can not get any information or direction from ANYONE at the school. It's horrible. The facultys favorite answer to everything is I Don't know and rudely. And then no one trys to help her find the answer. I am thankful I have daughter my daughter to give respect but it must also be given. I'm thankful she is a good smart kid or her future (due to a bad high school experience) could get off to a bad start.
2 12/15/2008
I attended Harrison Central in the tenth grade and would never recommend it to anyone. The (majority, definitely exceptions) of the teachers really do not care about their students and would better be defined as baby-sitters. The school has a less than 50% graduation rate, and it is for a reason. I left to attend a much better school and now attend one of the best universities in the country. I know for sure that I would not be attending such a great school if I had stayed at HCHS.
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