Harrison County School District


Summary:

The Harrison County School District in Mississippi operates 21 schools, including 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools, serving students from diverse backgrounds across the region.

Several schools in the district stand out as top performers, including West Harrison High School, ranked 11th out of 232 high schools in the state, and elementary schools like Creekbend Elementary And Middle, North Woolmarket Elementary And Mid, and Lizana Elementary School, all ranked among the top 20 elementary schools in Mississippi. These high-performing schools excel across key metrics, including exceptional test scores, high graduation rates, and low chronic absenteeism.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities, with some schools struggling to meet performance standards, particularly in mathematics. The district as a whole faces challenges, such as high rates of chronic absenteeism and economic need, as indicated by the wide range of free and reduced-price lunch rates. Addressing these equity concerns and targeting academic support in areas of weakness will be crucial for ensuring all students in the Harrison County School District have the opportunity to succeed.

District Detail

 11072 Highway 49
Gulfport, MS 39503

 (228) 539-6500

SchoolDigger Rank:
17th of 130 Mississippi districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 14,253

Primary Schools: 15
Middle Schools: 3
High Schools: 5
Alternative Schools: 1
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Mississippi Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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