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Best Harrisonville Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,222 students in Harrisonville, MO (there are , serving 114 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Harrisonville, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Harrisonville, MO are Briarwood School, Harrisonville Elementary School and Harrisonville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harrisonville, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Harrisonville have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Harrisonville, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1801 S James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Harrisonville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
101 Meghan Dr
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4131
Gr: 1-3 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Harrisonville High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1504 E Elm
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3273
Gr: 9-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Harrisonville Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
601 S Highland
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-7654
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Mceowen Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 S Halsey Ave
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4545
Gr: 4-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Cass Career Center
Vocational School
1600 E Elm
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-3253
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
500 Polar Ln
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4421
Gr: PK-K | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Everett Wade Juvenile Center
Alternative School
503 S Lexington
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Harrisonville, Missouri

Harrisonville, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Briarwood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1801 South James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Gr: Inquire with school | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Harrisonville, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Harrisonville, MO include Briarwood School, Harrisonville Elementary School and Harrisonville High School.
How many public schools are located in Harrisonville?
8 public schools are located in Harrisonville.
What percentage of students in Harrisonville go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Harrisonville are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harrisonville?
Harrisonville public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Harrisonville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Harrisonville include: Cass Career Center vs. Harrisonville High School

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