Harrison School District
School District · Harrison, Arkansas
Avg Rating
7.5
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,466
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Avg Rating
7.5
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,466
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Evaluating Harrison School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Harrison School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Harrison Middle School
Harrison · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Harrison High School
Harrison · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Skyline Heights Elementary School
Harrison · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Arkansas rank
#40 of 244
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Arkansas avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,466
+$60 vs Arkansas median
District size
2,746 students
Much larger than Arkansas median
The short answer
Harrison School District ranks #40 of 244 Arkansas districts by overall school rating. Harrison School District's schools with real test data average 7.5/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Harrison Middle School (8.6/10), Harrison High School (7.3/10), and Skyline Heights Elementary School (7.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Harrison School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrison Middle School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Harrison High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Skyline Heights Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Forest Heights Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Harrison School District
Harrison School District is a Harrison, Arkansas school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,746 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. The district invests $12,466 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.5/10, Harrison School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Harrison Middle School, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Harrison School District students show an average math proficiency of 65.5% and ELA proficiency of 65.5%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Harrison School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Harrison School District with test data.
Schools in Harrison School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Arkansas
- City
- Harrison
- Total Enrollment
- 2,746
- Teachers (FTE)
- 249
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Harrison School District?
Harrison School District has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Harrison School District?
The average composite rating for Harrison School District is 7.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Harrison School District?
Harrison School District spends $12,466 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harrison School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Harrison School District is 11:1.
What is the top-rated school in Harrison School District?
Harrison Middle School is the highest-rated school in Harrison School District with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Harrison School District?
Across schools in Harrison School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 65.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 65.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Harrison School District compare to other districts in Arkansas?
Harrison School District has an average school rating of 7.5/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Arkansas by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 65.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 65.5%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in AR
Compare Harrison School District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Little Rock School District (39)
- Springdale School District (29)
- Fort Smith School District (27)
- Pulaski County Special School District (26)
- Bentonville School District (24)
- Rogers School District (23)
- Fayetteville School District (17)
- Cabot School District (16)
- Conway School District (16)
- North Little Rock School District (14)
- Bryant School District (12)
- Lisa Academy (11)
- Jonesboro School District (11)
- Van Buren School District (11)
- Russellville School District (10)
- West Memphis School District (9)
- Benton School District (8)
- Nettleton School District (8)
- Texarkana School District (8)
- Sheridan School District (7)
- Paragould School District (7)
- Pine Bluff School District (7)
- Founders Classical Academies of Arkansas (7)
- Jacksonville North Pulaski School District (7)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.