Serving 1,762 students in grades 9-12, Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Harrisburg High School - 01's student population of 1,762 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
School Calendar
Harrisburg High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg High School - 01 is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
3%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Harrisburg High School - 01's ranking?
Harrisburg High School - 01 is ranked #237 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - 01 is 91%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Harrisburg High School - 01?
1,762 students attend Harrisburg High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harrisburg High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisburg High School - 01?
Harrisburg High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrisburg High School - 01 offer ?
Harrisburg High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrisburg High School - 01 part of?
Harrisburg High School - 01 is part of Harrisburg School District 41-2.
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