Serving 263 students in grades 5-8, Harrisburg Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon 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 Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrisburg Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district and encompasses approximately 131.4 square miles in Harrisburg, OR. Typically, it takes 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from various points in the zone, which extends up to 14.1 miles from the school's location.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg Middle School's student population of 263 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Harrisburg Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1037 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
67%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
7%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg Middle School's ranking?
Harrisburg Middle School is ranked #1037 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg Middle School?
263 students attend Harrisburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Harrisburg Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg Middle School?
Harrisburg Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrisburg Middle School offer ?
Harrisburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrisburg Middle School part of?
Harrisburg Middle School is part of Harrisburg SD 7j School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The education of Harrisburg Middle School is very high. They are very into all of their sports. The parents are alwas involved and the teachers are great! The facilities are very clean and organized! Harrisburg is a great school!
4 10/10/2025
Has a stellar principle and keep up the good work!
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