Serving 175 students in grades 9-12, Harrisburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg High School's student population of 175 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrisburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1510 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg High School's ranking?
Harrisburg High School is ranked #1510 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Harrisburg High School often compared to?
Harrisburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hallsville High School, Centralia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg High School?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Harrisburg High School?
175 students attend Harrisburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Harrisburg High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg High School?
Harrisburg High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisburg High School offer ?
Harrisburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harrisburg High School part of?
Harrisburg High School is part of Harrisburg R-VIII School District.
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