HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harrison County School District school district, located in GULFPORT, MS with about 621 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 32 teachers, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 CENTRAL ELEMENTARY School is located on Dedeaux Road in Gulfport, Mississippi, and operates as part of the Harrison County School District. As a primary educational institution, the school serves the local community by providing foundational academic instruction to elementary-aged students. It functions as a key component of the district’s mission to prepare children for future academic success by fostering a supportive learning environment and utilizing a curriculum aligned with state educational standards.

The school is well-integrated into the broader Harrison County school system, which emphasizes strong community ties and student achievement. By focusing on essential subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY seeks to build a solid educational base for its students. Families and community members often utilize the school’s official district website to stay informed about academic calendars, school policies, and extracurricular opportunities that contribute to the overall development of the student body.

For more information, contact HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY at (228) 832-2701 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.