Serving 334 students in grades 9-12, Harrison Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrison Community High School's student population of 334 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Harrison Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Community High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1723 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Community High School's ranking?
Harrison Community High School is ranked #1723 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harrison Community High School often compared to?
Harrison Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clare High School, Gladwin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrison Community High School?
The graduation rate of Harrison Community High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Harrison Community High School?
334 students attend Harrison Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Harrison Community High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Community High School?
Harrison Community High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrison Community High School offer ?
Harrison Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrison Community High School part of?
Harrison Community High School is part of Harrison Community Schools School District.
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