Harrison Middle School in Harrison, AR, serves 858 students in grades 5–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which remained stable from previous years.
Math proficiency is 66%, which is higher than both the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Harrison School District average of 58%.
Reading proficiency is 66%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 59%, though it declined from a peak of 89% in 2013.
Science proficiency stands at 56%, higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 51%, remaining stable over recent years.
Enrollment increased from 816 students in 2022 to 858 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 11% and 37% of students eligible for free lunch, a slight decrease from 41% in 2022.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Harrison, AR, encompassing approximately 210.1 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.4 miles and the furthest edge located 18.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harrison Middle School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
865 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#40 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Middle School's ranking?
Harrison Middle School is ranked #40 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Harrison Middle School often compared to?
Harrison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Omaha Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Harrison Middle School?
865 students attend Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harrison Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Middle School?
Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrison Middle School offer ?
Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrison Middle School part of?
Harrison Middle School is part of Harrison School District.
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