Serving 2,136 students in grades 9-12, William Henry Harrison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 2,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Henry Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William Henry Harrison High School's student population of 2,136 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Henry Harrison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Henry Harrison High School is 0.41, 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
#318 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
4%
13%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- William Henry Harrison High School (HHS) is a four-year public high school in Tippecanoe County, Indiana near West Lafayette. William Henry Harrison High School was first established in 1967.
- The school is named for William Henry Harrison, 9th president of the United States. He was instrumental in overseeing numerous treaties, purchasing much of present-day Indiana from Native American leaders.
- Harrison is accredited by the North Central Association of Secondary Schools and holds a Special First Class Commission from the Indiana Department of Education. Harrison is also a member of the Indiana Association of College Admissions Counselors.
- The school is part of the Tippecanoe School Corporation.
- Athletics and programs: Harrison High School is a member of the Hoosier Crossroads Conference and offers students 21 varsity sports, including 10 for boys and 11 for girls. Harrison teams have won conference championships, and have competed for state titles. The Harrison girls track team (’74), football team, ('92), and baseball ('95) have won state championship titles.
- Harrison students has enrolled in eleven bands and six choirs. These bands routinely engage in various music festivals, domestic travel, and international student exchanges.
- Harrison academic teams include Academic Super Bowl, Spell Bowl, and Quiz Bowl. The Harrison Quiz Bowl team has gone to the national competitions for the past five years. One of the many school activities that Harrison provides for it's students is FIRST Robotics. Robotics is a worldwide competition in which robots compete to accomplish a task. Harrison has done well in the past at regional competitions. Overall Harrison is an excellent place for education.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Henry Harrison High School's ranking?
William Henry Harrison High School is ranked #318 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are William Henry Harrison High School often compared to?
William Henry Harrison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccutcheon High School, West Lafayette Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Henry Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of William Henry Harrison High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend William Henry Harrison High School?
2,136 students attend William Henry Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of William Henry Harrison High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Henry Harrison High School?
William Henry Harrison High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Henry Harrison High School offer ?
William Henry Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is William Henry Harrison High School part of?
William Henry Harrison High School is part of Tippecanoe School Corp School District.
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