Harrisburg R-viii School District
School District · Harrisburg, Missouri
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,374
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,374
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#104 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,374
$1,148 vs Missouri median
District size
606 students
Typical than Missouri median
About Harrisburg R-viii
Harrisburg R-viii is a Harrisburg, Missouri school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 606 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1. The district invests $11,374 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, Harrisburg R-viii is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Harrisburg Elem., which has a composite score of 8.0/10.
In standardized testing, Harrisburg R-viii students show an average math proficiency of 34.6% and ELA proficiency of 43.4%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Harrisburg R-viii, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Harrisburg R-viii with test data.
Schools in Harrisburg R-viii
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Harrisburg
- Total Enrollment
- 606
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Harrisburg R-viii?
Harrisburg R-viii has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Harrisburg R-viii?
The average composite rating for Harrisburg R-viii is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Harrisburg R-viii?
Harrisburg R-viii spends $11,374 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harrisburg R-viii?
The average student-teacher ratio in Harrisburg R-viii is 12.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Harrisburg R-viii?
Harrisburg Elem. is the highest-rated school in Harrisburg R-viii with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What are the test scores in Harrisburg R-viii?
Across schools in Harrisburg R-viii with test data, the average math proficiency is 34.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 43.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Harrisburg R-viii compare to other districts in Missouri?
Harrisburg R-viii has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 34.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 43.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Harrisburg R-viii with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Hazelwood (32)
- Independence 30 (31)
- Rockwood R-vi (31)
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- Parkway C-2 (29)
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- St. Joseph (25)
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- Wentzville R-iv (22)
- Blue Springs R-iv (21)
- Department of Corrections (20)
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- Park Hill (20)
- Raytown C-2 (20)
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- Fox C-6 (18)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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