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 1,993 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 58% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (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 1,993 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1879
Colors
White, Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Harrisonburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrisonburg High School is 0.61, 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
#741 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
55%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
29%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrisonburg High School's ranking?
Harrisonburg High School is ranked #741 out of 1,792 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 83%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Harrisonburg High School?
1,993 students attend Harrisonburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Harrisonburg High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 10% 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 17:1, which is higher 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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