Harrisonburg High School, part of the Harrisonburg City School System, is a public high school located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States. HHS serves grades nine through twelve, and its athletic teams are known as the Blue Streaks. In October 2017, 1782 students were enrolled.
Serving 998 students in grades 9-12, Harrisonburg High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrisonburg High School's student population of 998 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
998 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1879
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Harrisonburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisonburg High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#718 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
52%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
33%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisonburg High School's ranking?
Harrisonburg High School is ranked #718 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Harrisonburg High School often compared to?
Harrisonburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turner Ashby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harrisonburg High School?
The graduation rate of Harrisonburg High School is 86%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Harrisonburg High School?
998 students attend Harrisonburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Harrisonburg High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrisonburg High School?
Harrisonburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrisonburg High School offer ?
Harrisonburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harrisonburg High School part of?
Harrisonburg High School is part of Harrisonburg City School District.
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