For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,222 students in Harrisonville, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 114 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Harrisonville, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Harrisonville, MO are Briarwood School, Harrisonville Elementary School and Harrisonville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrisonville, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Harrisonville have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrisonville, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 S James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Grades: K-12
| 14 students
Rank: #22.
Harrisonville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 Meghan Dr
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4131
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4131
Grades: 1-3
| 424 students
Rank: #33.
Harrisonville High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1504 E Elm
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3273
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3273
Grades: 9-12
| 763 students
Rank: #44.
Mceowen Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1901 S Halsey Ave
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4545
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4545
Grades: 4-5
| 289 students
Rank: #55.
Harrisonville Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 S Highland
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-7654
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-7654
Grades: 6-8
| 507 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cass Career Center
Vocational School
1600 E Elm
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3253
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3253
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
500 Polar Ln
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4421
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4421
Grades: PK-K
| 216 students
Rank: n/an/a
Everett Wade Juvenile Center
Alternative School
503 S Lexington
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Grades: K-12
| 9 students
Harrisonville, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Briarwood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1801 South James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Grades: Inquire with school
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Harrisonville, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Harrisonville, MO include Briarwood School, Harrisonville Elementary School and Harrisonville High School.
How many public schools are located in Harrisonville?
8 public schools are located in Harrisonville.
What percentage of students in Harrisonville go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Harrisonville are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harrisonville?
Harrisonville public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Harrisonville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harrisonville include: Cass Career Center vs. Harrisonville High School
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