Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Harrison Central Elementary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison Central Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Central Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
36%
47%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Central Elementary School's ranking?
Harrison Central Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Harrison Central Elementary School often compared to?
Harrison Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Elementary School, Bel Aire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Harrison Central Elementary School?
433 students attend Harrison Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Harrison Central Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Central Elementary School?
Harrison Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Central Elementary School offer ?
Harrison Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Harrison Central Elementary School part of?
Harrison Central Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School Dist School District.
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