Serving 238 students in grades 5-8, Harrisburg Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisburg Middle School's student population of 238 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrisburg Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisburg Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1029 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
1%
3%
White
75%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisburg Middle School's ranking?
Harrisburg Middle School is ranked #1029 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harrisburg Middle School?
238 students attend Harrisburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Harrisburg Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrisburg Middle School?
Harrisburg Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrisburg Middle School offer ?
Harrisburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrisburg Middle School part of?
Harrisburg Middle School is part of Harrisburg SD 7j School District.
School Reviews
4 11/2/2018
Has a stellar principle and keep up the good work!
5 11/4/2007
The education of Harrisburg Middle School is very high. They are very into all of their sports. The parents are alwas involved and the teachers are great! The facilities are very clean and organized! Harrisburg is a great school!
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