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 2,170 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 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- 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%)
- 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 2,170 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Calendar
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 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
13%
36%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Harrison High School?
2,170 students attend Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Harrison High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
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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