Harrison County School District

Headquartered at 11072 Highway 49 in Gulfport, Mississippi, the Harrison County School District is an established, open public school district serving the vibrant Gulfport-Biloxi metropolitan area. Classified as a rural fringe district, Harrison County seamlessly blends accessible suburban connectivity with a close-knit community environment across its 24 operational school campuses. The district offers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, providing rigorous foundational academics, specialized coursework, and college-and-career readiness initiatives. Community members, families, and researchers can engage directly with district leadership through their main office at (228) 539-6500 or explore institutional resources online at harrison.k12.ms.us.

Serving a student body of 14,253 enrolled children, Harrison County School District reflects a rich multicultural population composed of White, Black, Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, American Indian, and Pacific Islander students. To meet the academic, social, and developmental needs of this substantial student body, the district relies on a robust workforce of more than 4,200 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes approximately 1,862 dedicated classroom teachers, supported by 376 instructional aides and nearly 2,000 specialized support personnel. This well-rounded staffing infrastructure ensures strong instructional oversight, specialized student services, and a supportive environment tailored to empower every learner across the county.