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Harrisburg High School - 01

High School · Harrisburg School District 41-2

1300 W Willow St, Harrisburg, SD 57032

Enrollment

1,762

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#305 of 574

In Harrisburg

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Harrisburg School District 41-2

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Harrisburg High School - 01

6.1/10

High School in Harrisburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harrisburg High School - 01

Harrisburg High School - 01 is a public high school in Harrisburg, SD, part of Harrisburg School District 41-2. Harrisburg High School - 01 serves approximately 1,762 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Harrisburg High School - 01 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below SD schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • SD avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College Readiness5.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation18%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,031
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Harrisburg High School - 01 — Students at Harrisburg High School - 01 score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Harrisburg High School - 01 Compares

See how Harrisburg High School - 01 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in SD
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.1
Sports
19
8 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
124 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
8 boys'·11 girls'·45 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1300 W Willow St, Harrisburg, SD 57032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrisburg High School - 01 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Challenge Center - 51 (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adventure Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Freedom Elementary - 06 Harrisburg 0.4 mi 5.9
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 Harrisburg 1.0 mi 7.5
Liberty Elementary - 02 Harrisburg 1.0 mi 6.7
Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 Sioux Falls 2.6 mi 8.2
Adventure Elementary - 10 Sioux Falls 2.3 mi 8.5
Endeavor Elementary - 07 Sioux Falls 2.7 mi 8.6
THE BAAN DEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sioux Falls 3.1 mi
Journey Elementary - 05 Sioux Falls 3.5 mi 4.9
SIOUX FALLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Sioux Falls 3.8 mi 3.4
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 4.0 mi 5.3
Horizon Elementary - 09 Sioux Falls 4.5 mi 7.8
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls 4.2 mi 7.0
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Sioux Falls 4.9 mi 3.2
CORNERSTONE SCHOOL Sioux Falls 5.6 mi 6.9
John Harris Elementary - 23 Sioux Falls 5.3 mi 6.6
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls 4.9 mi
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls 4.9 mi
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls 5.6 mi 4.0
Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls 5.6 mi 8.8
Lincoln High School - 02 Sioux Falls 5.8 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,241

Median Home Value

$295,600

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

9,558

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

1.6%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrisburg High School - 01

What grades does Harrisburg High School - 01 serve?

Harrisburg High School - 01 serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Harrisburg High School - 01?

Harrisburg High School - 01 has an enrollment of approximately 1,762 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg High School - 01?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg High School - 01 is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrisburg High School - 01 rank in SD?

Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks #305 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Harrisburg High School - 01's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrisburg High School - 01 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harrisburg High School - 01?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrisburg High School - 01 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harrisburg High School - 01 a charter school?

No, Harrisburg High School - 01 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harrisburg High School - 01 a Title I school?

No, Harrisburg High School - 01 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harrisburg High School - 01?

8.1% of students at Harrisburg High School - 01 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,762
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
124
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Lincoln County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

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