Serving 50 students in grades 9-12, Harrison Education Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Education Center's student population of 50 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harrison Education Center is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
10%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
68%
12%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison Education Center?
The graduation rate of Harrison Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harrison Education Center?
50 students attend Harrison Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Harrison Education Center students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Education Center?
Harrison Education Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Education Center offer ?
Harrison Education Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Education Center part of?
Harrison Education Center is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Education Center located?
Harrison Education Center is located in the Harrison neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Harrison.
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