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Harrison Central High School

15600 SCHOOL ROAD, GULFPORT, MS, 39503

Top 10% School in Mississippi

Ranked 28 of 153 in Mississippi

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About Harrison Central High School

Harrison Central High School is a well-known public high school in the Harrison County School District. It is located in Gulfport and teaches grades 9 through 12. It has about 1,500 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 16:1, making it one of the best schools in Mississippi. The school is known for having a wide range of classes, including Advanced Placement classes that 27% of students take. With 64% of students being minorities and 74% being economically disadvantaged, the campus has a multicultural feel, and it is one of the best High School in "Mississippi" . Harrison Central High School has high academic standards, with 70% of students doing well in math and 49% doing well in reading. The school helps students take the ACT and SAT tests to help them reach their goals after high school. The school offers a full educational experience and is known for having a strong community reputation and competitive sports programs. In short, Harrison Central High School stands out because of its strong academic performance and its commitment to creating a supportive, high-achieving environment.

Harrison Central High School Contact Information

Address

15600 SCHOOL ROAD, GULFPORT, MS, 39503

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Phone

(228) 832-2610

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 70%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 70% in Math and 49% in Reading.
83
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
3
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
1508
Total Students
$62136
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 28 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Harrison Central High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 35.88%
Asian 1.39%
Hispanic 7.29%
Black 50.4%
Two+ Races 4.64%
Native Am. 0.2%
White
35.88%
Asian
1.39%
Hispanic
7.29%
Black
50.4%
Two+ Races
4.64%
Native Am.
0.2%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1508
48.08%
725 Female
51.92%
783 Male

Student Population

1508 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

377 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Harrison Central High School recently held its first "Real World" event. This event was meant to give seniors real-world skills and insights into the working world. The school is still very competitive. Recently, Marcus Connor and Maya Hardy were named Lindy Callahan Scholar Athletes for their outstanding performance in both the classroom and on the field. The 2026–2031 Strategic Plan, which focuses on improving infrastructure and giving all students more access to technology, is also helping the campus.

FAQ

Q1. Do teachers want students to take advanced classes?

Ans. Yes, of course! Advanced classes push students and help them do better in school.

Q2. Are there programs that help people become better leaders?

Ans. Yes, students can learn how to be leaders by joining student groups, working on group projects, and mentoring other students.

Q3. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, Harrison Central High School lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.

Q4. Does Harrison Central High School offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, Harrison Central High School gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

Q5. Are students allowed to join clubs and activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, clubs, sports, and student groups help people learn how to be social and lead.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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