Serving 633 students in grades 9-12, North Harrison High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana 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 Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Harrison High School's student population of 633 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Harrison High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Harrison High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#860 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Harrison High School's ranking?
North Harrison High School is ranked #860 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Harrison High School often compared to?
North Harrison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corydon Central High School, Lanesville Jr-sr 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 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of North Harrison High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Harrison High School?
633 students attend North Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Harrison High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Harrison High School?
North Harrison High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Harrison High School offer ?
North Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Harrison High School part of?
North Harrison High School is part of North Harrison Com School Corp School District.
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