Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Harrison Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Central Elementary serves the southern part of Gulfport, MS, covering an area of approximately 21.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harrison Central Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harrison Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Central Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #49 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Harrison Central Elementary School?
465 students attend Harrison Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Harrison Central Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Central Elementary School part of?
Harrison Central Elementary School is part of Harrison County School District.
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