Harrison High School is a public high school near the junction of Interstate 25 and Circle Drive on the southwest side of Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is one of two high schools in the Harrison School District 2.
Serving 1,143 students in grades 9-12, Harrison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harrison High School's student population of 1,143 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Integrity First, Service Before Self, Excellence in All We Do.
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Harrison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1417 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
36%
Black
14%
5%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison High School's ranking?
Harrison High School is ranked #1417 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Harrison High School often compared to?
Harrison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheyenne Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison High School is 75%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Harrison High School?
1,143 students attend Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Harrison High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison High School?
Harrison High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harrison High School offer ?
Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison High School part of?
Harrison High School is part of Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Harrison High School located?
Harrison High School is located in the Southeast Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 22 other public schools located in Southeast Colorado Springs.
School Reviews
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