Middle Schools in Harrison County

There is only one middle school located in Harrison County, Kentucky - Harrison County Middle School. This school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Kentucky middle schools, dropping from a 2-star rating in 2022-2023 to a 1-star rating in the following two years. The school's performance has declined over the past few years, with test scores generally below the state averages across various subjects and grade levels, particularly in mathematics and writing.

Harrison County Middle School serves a student population with a high percentage (59.61% in 2023-2024) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic challenge. The school's student-teacher ratio of 17.2 is slightly higher than the state average. Additionally, the school has a relatively low dropout rate of 1.1% for 2024-2025, but a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 25.0% for the same year.

The data suggests that Harrison County Middle School may need to focus on improving its curriculum, teaching methods, and support for students, particularly in the areas of mathematics and writing. Addressing the root causes of the declining performance and low test scores, as well as implementing strategies to improve student attendance and engagement, could be crucial in helping the school better serve its students and improve its overall outcomes.