Harrisonville Middle School

601 S Highland
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Harrisonville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 521 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 50% in MO
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Harrisonville Middle School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Rankings

Harrisonville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisonville Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MO)
#1041 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
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36%
37%
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46%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
7%
8%
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Black
2%
15%
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White
86%
69%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.26
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Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harrisonville Middle School's ranking?
Harrisonville Middle School is ranked #1041 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Harrisonville Middle School?
521 students attend Harrisonville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Harrisonville Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisonville Middle School?
Harrisonville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisonville Middle School offer ?
Harrisonville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harrisonville Middle School part of?
Harrisonville Middle School is part of Harrisonville R-IX School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 521 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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