Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Harrisburg Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrisburg Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Harrisburg, IL, encompassing approximately 142.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harrisburg Middle School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrisburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1369 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg Middle School's ranking?
Harrisburg Middle School is ranked #1369 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harrisburg Middle School often compared to?
Harrisburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gallatin Junior High School, Eldorado Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg Middle School?
382 students attend Harrisburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harrisburg Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg Middle School?
Harrisburg Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisburg Middle School offer ?
Harrisburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harrisburg Middle School part of?
Harrisburg Middle School is part of Harrisburg CUSD 3 School District.
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