Serving 616 students in grades 7-12, Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2178 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is ranked #2178 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conotton Valley High School, Indian Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School?
616 students attend Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School offer ?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School part of?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is part of Harrison Hills City School District.
School Reviews
2 2/6/2011
This school is severely lacking in nearly every way imaginable. The quality of teachers is poor at best. The facilities are abysmally terrible, and undoubtedly the worst i have ever seen. And heaven help you if you ever need to contact any of the staff or faculty, because the chances of them returning your call, no matter its importance, are slim to none.
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