Harrison Central High School

15600 School Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,513 students in grades 9-12, Harrison Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,513 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : 86% (Btm 50% in MS)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Harrison Central High School's student population of 1,513 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,513 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
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School Rankings

Harrison Central High School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MS)
#283 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
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38%
37%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Harrison Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Mississippi by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
38%
35%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Harrison Central High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
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Hispanic
6%
4%
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Black
51%
47%
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White
37%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.60
This chart display the diversity score of Harrison Central High School and the public school average diversity score of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
86%
88%
This chart display graduation rate of Harrison Central High School and public school graduation rate of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Harrison Central High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Mississippi by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Harrison Central High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Mississippi by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harrison Central High School's ranking?
Harrison Central High School is ranked #283 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison Central High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison Central High School is 86%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Harrison Central High School?
1,513 students attend Harrison Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harrison Central High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Central High School?
Harrison Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
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 Dist 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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - neglected student
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.
- Posted by Parent - Kristy
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kyled

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,513 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : 86% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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