Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp's student population of 328 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
63%
14%
White
3%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp often compared to?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmpis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg High School, Hershey High School, Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp?
328 students attend Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp offer ?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp part of?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is part of Harrisburg City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp located?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is located in the Downtown Harrisburg neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Harrisburg.
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