For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,746 students in Harrison, AR (there are 3 private schools, serving 128 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Harrison, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Harrison, AR are Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elementary School and Forest Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrison, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Harrison have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrison, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrison Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1125 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-9764
Gr: 5-8 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Skyline Heights Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1120 W Holt Ave
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5821
Gr: 1-4 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Forest Heights Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1124 So Tamarind St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5837
Gr: 1-4 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Harrison High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
925 Goblin Dr
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-8223
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-8223
Gr: 9-12 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
500 N Chestnut
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Gr: K | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Harrison, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 No Chestnut St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-5043
Gr: K-4
515 So Pine St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 741-3496
Gr: 7-9 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
520 E Womack St
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-2122
Gr: K-4 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Harrison, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Harrison, AR include Harrison Middle School, Skyline Heights Elementary School and Forest Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Harrison?
5 public schools are located in Harrison.
What percentage of students in Harrison go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Harrison are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harrison?
Harrison public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Harrison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harrison include: Skyline Heights Elementary School vs. Forest Heights Elementary School, Forest Heights Elementary School vs. Skyline Heights Elementary School
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