For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,382 students in Harrison, OH (there are , serving 391 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Harrison, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Harrison, OH are Crosby Elementary School, Miami Whitewater Elementary School and Harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrison, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Harrison have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrison, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crosby Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8382 New Haven Rd
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 738-1717
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 738-1717
Grades: K-5
| 804 students
Rank: #22.
Miami Whitewater Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9850 West Rd
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-5577
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-5577
Grades: K-5
| 678 students
Rank: #33.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 E Broadway St
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-4161
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-4161
Grades: K-5
| 645 students
Rank: #44.
Harrison Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9840 West Rd
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-4831
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-4831
Grades: 6-8
| 1,069 students
Rank: #55.
William Henry Harrison High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9860 West Rd
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-4169
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-4169
Grades: 9-12
| 1,186 students
Harrison, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10800 Campbell Rd
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-5577
Harrison, OH 45030
(513) 367-5577
Grades: K-5
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Harrison, OH?
The top ranked public schools in Harrison, OH include Crosby Elementary School, Miami Whitewater Elementary School and Harrison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Harrison?
5 public schools are located in Harrison.
What percentage of students in Harrison go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Harrison are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harrison?
Harrison public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Harrison are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harrison include: Harrison Elementary School vs. Crosby Elementary School, Crosby Elementary School vs. Harrison Elementary School
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