Serving 568 students in grades 7-12, Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School's student population of 568 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2288 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is ranked #2288 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conotton Valley High School, Indian Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School?
568 students attend Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School offer ?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School part of?
Harrison Central Jr./sr. High School is part of Harrison Hills City School District.
School Reviews
2 2/6/2011
This school is severely lacking in nearly every way imaginable. The quality of teachers is poor at best. The facilities are abysmally terrible, and undoubtedly the worst i have ever seen. And heaven help you if you ever need to contact any of the staff or faculty, because the chances of them returning your call, no matter its importance, are slim to none.
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