Serving 1,806 students in grades 9-12, Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,806 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrisburg High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Harrisburg, SD, encompassing approximately 70.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point located 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harrisburg High School - 01's student population of 1,806 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,806 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg High School - 01 is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg High School - 01's ranking?
Harrisburg High School - 01 is ranked #237 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - 01 is 91%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harrisburg High School - 01?
1,806 students attend Harrisburg High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harrisburg High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg High School - 01?
Harrisburg High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrisburg High School - 01 offer ?
Harrisburg High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrisburg High School - 01 part of?
Harrisburg High School - 01 is part of Harrisburg School District 41-2.
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