For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,010 students in Harrison, TN.
The top ranked public schools in Harrison, TN are Central High School and Brown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrison, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Harrison have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Harrison, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5728 Highway 58
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1447
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1447
Gr: 9-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Brown Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5716 Hwy 58
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1439
Harrison, TN 37341
(423) 344-1439
Gr: 6-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Harrison, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Harrison, TN include Central High School and Brown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Harrison?
2 public schools are located in Harrison.
What is the racial composition of students in Harrison?
Harrison public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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