HARRISON SCHOOL

HARRISON SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fremont Re-1 school district, located in CANON CITY, CO with about 673 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, HARRISON SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HARRISON SCHOOL, located in Cañon City, Colorado, is a dedicated educational institution operating under the Canon City School District RE-1. As a specialized facility, Harrison is best known for housing the district’s alternative education programs, including the HARRISON SCHOOL (an alternative high school) and the Mountain View Core Knowledge School (a K-8 program). The school serves as a vital resource for students who require a non-traditional learning environment, offering tailored academic pathways designed to help students overcome barriers to graduation and achieve their personal and professional goals.

The school places a strong emphasis on community, individualized support, and character development. By providing smaller class sizes and more personalized attention, HARRISON SCHOOL fosters a supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and academic accountability. Through its commitment to a flexible and inclusive educational model, the school plays a significant role in the Canon City community by ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their unique learning needs or previous educational challenges.

For more information, contact HARRISON SCHOOL at (719) 276-5970 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.