For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,093 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 31%), 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrison, TN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5728 Highway 58
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1447
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1447
Grades: 9-12
| 749 students
Rank: #22.
Brown Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5716 Hwy 58
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1439
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1439
Grades: 6-8
| 344 students
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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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