Serving 757 students in grades 9-12, Harrisonville High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisonville High School's student population of 757 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrisonville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisonville High School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1119 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisonville High School's ranking?
Harrisonville High School is ranked #1119 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisonville High School?
The graduation rate of Harrisonville High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Harrisonville High School?
757 students attend Harrisonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harrisonville High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 13:1.
What grades does Harrisonville High School offer ?
Harrisonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harrisonville High School part of?
Harrisonville High School is part of Harrisonville R-IX School District.
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