Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03's student population of 540 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
3%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03's ranking?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is ranked #250 out of 636 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
540 students attend Harrisburg South Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg South Middle School - 03?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 offer ?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 part of?
Harrisburg South Middle School - 03 is part of Harrisburg School District 41-2.
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