Harrison County Schools & Education
Harrison County, Mississippi
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
31/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
89.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,945
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,954
School Score
31/100
Higher = better
State avg 27/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#28
of 81 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Harrison County
School Verdict
Harrison County faces educational challenges with a school score of 31/100 and a graduation rate of 89.8%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,945 per pupil, Harrison County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Harrison County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 13% above the Mississippi average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Harrison County, Mississippi
A Dynamic Network of Coastal Schools
Harrison County features a vast education system with 55 public schools serving 31,174 students. This extensive network includes 30 elementary, 10 middle, and 12 high schools, plus 3 specialized campuses across 6 districts.
Academic Excellence and Efficient Investment
The county maintains a high 89.8% graduation rate, beating out the state average of 87.1%. With a school score of 51.1 and spending of $5,945 per pupil, the county achieves strong results that mirror the state's median investment levels.
A Powerhouse of Six School Districts
The Harrison County School District leads with 14,355 students, followed by large districts in Gulfport and Biloxi. While the system is expansive, it contains no charter schools, emphasizing the strength of its traditional public districts.
Urban Centers and Large High Schools
The area is largely city-focused with 30 schools in urban locales and 10 in suburbs. Harrison County features large-scale education, where both Biloxi High and Gulfport High serve over 1,700 students each.
Find Your Home in a Diverse School Market
Harrison County offers an incredible variety of districts, from urban Biloxi to suburban Harrison County. With graduation rates near 90% and many elementary options, it is a premier destination for families in Mississippi.
School Overview
Total Schools
55
in Harrison County
Total Enrollment
31,174
students
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
6 School Districts in Harrison County
HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
PASS CHRISTIAN PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
ROGER AMOS MCMURTRY ADM
55 Public Schools in Harrison County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BILOXI HIGH SCHOOL | BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 1,728 |
| GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL | GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 1,728 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 1,486 |
| DIBERVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCH | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 1,389 |
| WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 1,124 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | KG–8 | Primary | 1,060 |
| CREEKBEND ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | KG–8 | Primary | 979 |
| WEST WORTHAM ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | KG–8 | Primary | 934 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 932 |
| BILOXI JUNIOR HIGH | BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST | 7–8 | Middle | 881 |
| NORTH WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY AND MID | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | KG–8 | Primary | 875 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL | GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST | 6–8 | Middle | 826 |
| BILOXI UPPER ELEMENTARY | BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST | 5–6 | Middle | 800 |
| NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST | KG–4 | Primary | 754 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL | LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST | 4–6 | Middle | 687 |
| BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST | KG–5 | Primary | 682 |
| WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | 7–8 | Middle | 653 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL | PASS CHRISTIAN PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 648 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST | KG–6 | Primary | 596 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST | 6–8 | Middle | 585 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,945
State avg $5,954
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Harrison County, Mississippi — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Harrison County, Mississippi?
Harrison County features a vast education system with 55 public schools serving 31,174 students. This extensive network includes 30 elementary, 10 middle, and 12 high schools, plus 3 specialized campuses across 6 districts.
How do schools in Harrison County perform academically?
The county maintains a high 89.8% graduation rate, beating out the state average of 87.1%. With a school score of 51.1 and spending of $5,945 per pupil, the county achieves strong results that mirror the state's median investment levels.
What are the major school districts in Harrison County, Mississippi?
The Harrison County School District leads with 14,355 students, followed by large districts in Gulfport and Biloxi. While the system is expansive, it contains no charter schools, emphasizing the strength of its traditional public districts.
What is the school experience like in Harrison County?
The area is largely city-focused with 30 schools in urban locales and 10 in suburbs. Harrison County features large-scale education, where both Biloxi High and Gulfport High serve over 1,700 students each.
How can I find homes near good schools in Harrison County, Mississippi?
Harrison County offers an incredible variety of districts, from urban Biloxi to suburban Harrison County. With graduation rates near 90% and many elementary options, it is a premier destination for families in Mississippi.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.