Harrisburg High School is a public high school located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This large urban high school is one of two public high schools operated by the Harrisburg City School District.
Serving 1,333 students in grades 9-12, Harrisburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harrisburg High School's student population of 1,333 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Harrisburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg High School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2462 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
48%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
63%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg High School's ranking?
Harrisburg High School is ranked #2462 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg High School?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg High School is 63%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harrisburg High School?
1,333 students attend Harrisburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Harrisburg High School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg High School?
Harrisburg High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisburg High School offer ?
Harrisburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrisburg High School part of?
Harrisburg High School is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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