Harrisonville High School is a public high school located in Harrisonville, Missouri. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is the only high school in the Harrisonville R-IX School District.
Serving 763 students in grades 9-12, Harrisonville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harrisonville High School's student population of 763 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
It's A Great Day to be a Wildcat
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Harrisonville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisonville High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#906 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
85%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisonville High School's ranking?
Harrisonville High School is ranked #906 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Harrisonville High School often compared to?
Harrisonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill High School, Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisonville High School?
The graduation rate of Harrisonville High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harrisonville High School?
763 students attend Harrisonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harrisonville High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisonville High School?
Harrisonville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrisonville High School offer ?
Harrisonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisonville High School part of?
Harrisonville High School is part of Harrisonville R-IX School District.
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