Harrisonburg City Public Schools


Summary:

The Harrisonburg City Public Schools district in Virginia serves 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district has a diverse student population, with a significant Hispanic/Latino representation, and high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.

Within the district, Keister Elementary stands out as the top-performing school, with the highest proficiency rates in Mathematics, Science, and English Reading compared to the district and state averages. Thomas Harrison Middle also excels, with the highest proficiency rates in Algebra I for 8th grade. While Harrisonburg High has an overall performance below the state average, it has higher-than-average proficiency rates in Geometry and Algebra I for 9th and 10th grades.

The district's performance on state assessments (SOL tests) is generally below the state average, with significant disparities in academic performance between the schools. The data also reveals challenges with English Reading proficiency, particularly in the upper elementary and middle school grades. Additionally, there appears to be a potential relationship between higher per-student spending and better academic performance, suggesting the need for targeted funding and support to address the unique needs of each school community within the Harrisonburg City Public Schools district.

District Detail

 One Court Square
Harrisonburg, VA 22801

 (540) 434-9916

SchoolDigger Rank:
126th of 130 Virginia districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 6,682

Primary Schools: 6
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Virginia Department of Education.

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