Serving 1,073 students in grades 9-12, Harrison High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrison High School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harrison High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)98%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
65%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison High School is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Harrison High School?
1,073 students attend Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harrison High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison High School?
Harrison High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harrison High School offer ?
Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison High School part of?
Harrison High School is part of Harrison Central School District.
School Reviews
5 9/30/2019
Harrison High School and the entire district have done a fantastic job helping my child become a well-rounded student.
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