Serving 243 students in grades 9-12, South Harrison High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Harrison High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 350.3 square miles in Bethany, MO. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Harrison High School's student population of 243 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Harrison High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Harrison High School's ranking?
South Harrison High School is ranked #544 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 South Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of South Harrison High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend South Harrison High School?
243 students attend South Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Harrison High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Harrison High School?
South Harrison High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Harrison High School offer ?
South Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Harrison High School part of?
South Harrison High School is part of South Harrison County R-II School District.
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