Best Public Schools in Harrison, OH

The city of Harrison, Ohio is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Southwest Local district. The data reveals a mix of strong-performing and average-performing schools, with Crosby Elementary School standing out as an exceptional institution.

Crosby Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Ohio, boasting a 5-star rating and exceptional test scores, with over 90% of students proficient or better in math and English. In contrast, Harrison Elementary has a higher percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 56.59%. Harrison Middle School also performs well, ranking in the top 30% of Ohio middle schools and achieving 100% proficiency in Algebra I and Geometry.

While the schools generally perform above the state average on Ohio State Tests, the district-wide chronic absenteeism rate of 20.0% is a concern that may require further investigation and targeted interventions. Additionally, the wide range in spending per student, from $5,960 at Harrison Middle School to $10,605 at Harrison Elementary, suggests potential differences in resources and funding across the schools.