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#74 of 574 schools in SD

Top 13% in state

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08

Middle School · Harrisburg School District 41-2

2201 W 95th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#74 of 574

In Sioux Falls

#6 of 44

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Harrisburg School District 41-2

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Harrisburg North Middle School - 08

8.2/10

Middle School in Sioux Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harrisburg North Middle School - 08

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 is a public middle school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Harrisburg School District 41-2. Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 574 schools in SD.

Structured state assessment records for Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • SD avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,031
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 — Students at Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from SD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
55%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
65%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 Compares

See how Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
87th percentile in SD
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Programs & Offerings

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

2201 W 95th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Challenge Center - 51 (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Adventure Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Endeavor Elementary - 07 Sioux Falls 0.2 mi 8.6
THE BAAN DEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sioux Falls 0.7 mi
Journey Elementary - 05 Sioux Falls 1.3 mi 4.9
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 1.5 mi 5.3
Adventure Elementary - 10 Sioux Falls 1.7 mi 8.5
Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls 1.6 mi 7.0
Avera Behavioral Health Program - 82 Sioux Falls 2.2 mi
Avera Adolescent Addiction Care Program - 81 Sioux Falls 2.2 mi
Freedom Elementary - 06 Harrisburg 2.3 mi 5.9
Harrisburg High School - 01 Harrisburg 2.6 mi 6.1
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 7.1
SIOUX FALLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux Falls 2.4 mi 7.4
Community Campus - 41 Sioux Falls 3.2 mi 4.2
O'GORMAN HIGH SCHOOL Sioux Falls 3.6 mi 4.6
SIOUX FALLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Sioux Falls 2.9 mi 3.4
CHOICES JR. HIGH Sioux Falls 3.5 mi
Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls 3.7 mi 4.0
Challenge Center - 51 Sioux Falls 3.7 mi 8.8
Laura Wilder Elementary - 31 Sioux Falls 4.0 mi 4.0
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 Harrisburg 3.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,184

Median Home Value

$401,300

Median Rent

$1,292/mo

Population

32,888

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrisburg North Middle School - 08

What grades does Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 serve?

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Harrisburg North Middle School - 08?

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg North Middle School - 08?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 rank in SD?

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 ranks #74 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Harrisburg North Middle School - 08's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 North Middle School - 08?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 a charter school?

No, Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 a Title I school?

No, Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harrisburg North Middle School - 08?

8.8% of students at Harrisburg North Middle School - 08 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
6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Lincoln County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

Harrisburg School District 41-2
District Enrollment
6,098
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,031
District Rank
#3 of 10

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