Serving 93 students in grades 7-12, North Harrison High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Harrison High School's student population of 93 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
93 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Harrison High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Harrison High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Harrison High School's ranking?
North Harrison High School is ranked #619 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of North Harrison High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Harrison High School?
93 students attend North Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Harrison High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Harrison High School?
North Harrison High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Harrison High School offer ?
North Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Harrison High School part of?
North Harrison High School is part of North Harrison R-III School District.
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