Carl Harrison High School, commonly known as Harrison High School or simply Harrison is a grades 9-12 public high school in Kennesaw, Georgia, United States.
Serving 2,224 students in grades 9-12, Harrison High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison High School serves the west part of Kennesaw, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 18.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harrison High School's student population of 2,224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
The Tradition begins with me.
School Rankings
Harrison High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison High School's ranking?
Harrison High School is ranked #92 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Harrison High School often compared to?
Harrison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allatoona High School, Hillgrove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Harrison High School?
2,224 students attend Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harrison High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison High School?
Harrison High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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 Cobb County School District.
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