Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, South Harrison High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Harrison High School's student population of 266 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
266 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Harrison High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#726 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
3%
8%

Black
n/a
15%

White
94%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%

Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Harrison High School's ranking?
South Harrison High School is ranked #726 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of South Harrison High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Harrison High School?
266 students attend South Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Harrison High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Harrison High School?
South Harrison High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Harrison High School offer ?
South Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Harrison High School part of?
South Harrison High School is part of South Harrison County R-II School District.
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