Harrison County Schools & Education
Harrison County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
21/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
79.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
79.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,799
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
21/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#112
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Harrison County
School Verdict
Harrison County faces educational challenges with a school score of 21/100 and a graduation rate of 79.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,799 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 51% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 12.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Harrison County, Missouri
A Rural Network Serving Harrison County Students
Harrison County maintains a local education infrastructure consisting of 13 public schools across five distinct districts. This network serves 1,384 total students, ranging from five elementary campuses to six high schools and one middle school.
Evaluating Performance and Educational Investment
The county's 79.0% graduation rate trails both the Missouri average of 91.3% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. Despite this gap, per-pupil spending of $6,799 exceeds the state average of $6,334, though it remains well below the national median of $13,000.
South Harrison Co. R-II Leads the Region
South Harrison Co. R-II is the county's primary district, managing five schools and educating 808 students. There are currently no charter schools operating within the county, keeping all 1,384 students in traditional public school settings.
Intimate Classrooms in a Rural Setting
With 11 of 13 schools located in rural areas, the average school size is a modest 126 students. While South Harrison Elementary serves a larger group of 309 children, many campuses offer the close-knit feel typical of small-town Missouri education.
Establishing Roots in Harrison County Schools
Families looking for a quiet, rural lifestyle should explore homes near the South Harrison Co. R-II district. With small class sizes and personalized attention, these schools offer a unique alternative to crowded suburban districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
13
in Harrison County
Total Enrollment
1,384
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Harrison County
SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II
NORTH HARRISON R-III
GILMAN CITY R-IV
CAINSVILLE R-I
RIDGEWAY R-V
13 Public Schools in Harrison County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH HARRISON ELEM. | SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II | KG–4 | Primary | 309 |
| SOUTH HARRISON HIGH | SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II | 9–12 | High | 254 |
| SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE | SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II | 5–8 | Middle | 245 |
| NORTH HARRISON ELEM. | NORTH HARRISON R-III | PK–6 | Primary | 136 |
| GILMAN CITY ELEM. | GILMAN CITY R-IV | PK–6 | Primary | 102 |
| NORTH HARRISON HIGH | NORTH HARRISON R-III | 7–12 | High | 93 |
| GILMAN CITY HIGH | GILMAN CITY R-IV | 7–12 | High | 71 |
| CAINSVILLE HIGH | CAINSVILLE R-I | 6–12 | High | 49 |
| CAINSVILLE ELEM. | CAINSVILLE R-I | PK–5 | Primary | 47 |
| RIDGEWAY ELEM. | RIDGEWAY R-V | PK–6 | Primary | 44 |
| RIDGEWAY HIGH | RIDGEWAY R-V | 7–12 | High | 34 |
| SOUTH HARRISON EARLY CHILD CTR | SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II | PK | Other | 0 |
| NORTH CENTRAL CAREER CTR. | SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II | 7–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,799
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Harrison County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Harrison County, Missouri?
Harrison County maintains a local education infrastructure consisting of 13 public schools across five distinct districts. This network serves 1,384 total students, ranging from five elementary campuses to six high schools and one middle school.
How do schools in Harrison County perform academically?
The county's 79.0% graduation rate trails both the Missouri average of 91.3% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. Despite this gap, per-pupil spending of $6,799 exceeds the state average of $6,334, though it remains well below the national median of $13,000.
What are the major school districts in Harrison County, Missouri?
South Harrison Co. R-II is the county's primary district, managing five schools and educating 808 students. There are currently no charter schools operating within the county, keeping all 1,384 students in traditional public school settings.
What is the school experience like in Harrison County?
With 11 of 13 schools located in rural areas, the average school size is a modest 126 students. While South Harrison Elementary serves a larger group of 309 children, many campuses offer the close-knit feel typical of small-town Missouri education.
How can I find homes near good schools in Harrison County, Missouri?
Families looking for a quiet, rural lifestyle should explore homes near the South Harrison Co. R-II district. With small class sizes and personalized attention, these schools offer a unique alternative to crowded suburban districts.
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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.