For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,010 students in Harrison, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Harrison, TN are Central High School and Brown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrison, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Harrison have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrison, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5728 Highway 58
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1447
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1447
Gr: 9-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Brown Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5716 Hwy 58
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1439
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1439
Gr: 6-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Harrison, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Harrison, TN include Central High School and Brown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Harrison?
2 public schools are located in Harrison.
What is the racial composition of students in Harrison?
Harrison public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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