Very Good
#153 of 574 schools in SD
Top 27% in state
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03
Middle School · Harrisburg School District 41-2
600 S Cliff Ave, Harrisburg, SD 57032
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#153 of 574
In Harrisburg
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Harrisburg School District 41-2
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Harrisburg South Middle School - 03
Middle School in Harrisburg · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harrisburg South Middle School - 03
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is a public middle school in Harrisburg, SD, part of Harrisburg School District 41-2. Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- SD avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 — Students at Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.3/10.
How Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 Compares
See how Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 S Cliff Ave, Harrisburg, SD 57032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Challenge Center - 51 (rated 8.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Elementary - 07 (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adventure Elementary - 10 (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Sioux Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 miNeighborhood 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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| Watertown Intermediate School - 13 Watertown, SD | 7.6 |
| Yankton Middle School - 02 Yankton, SD | 7.6 |
| Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 Brandon, SD | 7.2 |
| Southwest Middle School - 38 Rapid City, SD | 7.2 |
| Holgate Middle School - 02 Aberdeen, SD | 7.0 |
| Vermillion Middle School - 02 Vermillion, SD | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harrisburg South Middle School - 03
What grades does Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 serve?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 rank in SD?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 ranks #153 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 South Middle School - 03?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 a charter school?
No, Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 a Title I school?
No, Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
11.1% of students at Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (605) 743-2567
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg School District 41-2- District Enrollment
- 6,098
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,031
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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