Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School

About Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School

Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School (HCCPS) is an innovative, student-centered public charter school located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2008, HCCPS is committed to providing a rigorous college preparatory education that prepares its students for success in college and beyond.
At HCCPS, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their skills through a variety of academic and extracurricular activities. The school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum, including Advanced Placement classes, college-level courses, and career-focused electives. HCCPS also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including student-led clubs and organizations, internships, and community service opportunities.
HCCPS is dedicated to helping its students reach their full potential. The school’s faculty and staff are committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment that encourages students to take risks, explore their interests, and develop their skills. HCCPS also provides a variety of resources to help students succeed, including college counseling services, academic and career support, and financial aid assistance.
At HCCPS, students are empowered to become successful, productive citizens and leaders in their communities. With a commitment to excellence, HCCPS is dedicated to helping its students achieve their academic and career goals.

Address:	207 West Estes Harrisburg, AR 72432
Phone:	(870) 578-2417
Site:	sites.google.com
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	339 students

Overview Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School

Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School serves 339 students in grades 9-12.
Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School

Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Harrisburg College & Career Preparatory School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.