Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 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 43% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrisburg South Middle School serves the southeast part of Harrisburg, SD, encompassing an area of approximately 53.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03's student population of 519 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 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 South Middle School - 03 is 0.26, 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
#258 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
3%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03's ranking?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is ranked #258 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
519 students attend Harrisburg South Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 offer ?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 part of?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is part of Harrisburg School District 41-2.
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