Serving 323 students in grades 9-12, Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp's student population of 323 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
61%
14%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp's ranking?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is ranked #436 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp often compared to?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmpis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg High School, Hershey High School, Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp?
The graduation rate of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp?
323 students attend Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp offer ?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp part of?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is part of Harrisburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp located?
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp is located in the Downtown Harrisburg neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Harrisburg.
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