Harrisonburg city Schools & Education
Harrisonburg city, Virginia
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
53/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
89.4%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.4%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,859
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,941
School Score
53/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#63
of 127 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Harrisonburg city
Measured School Summary
Harrisonburg city performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.4%.
Funding Context
At $7,859 per pupil, Harrisonburg city operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% below the Virginia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Harrisonburg city before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
12 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
53/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #63 of 127 Virginia counties with school score data.
Completion
89.4%
0.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,859
$82 below the state average
School coverage
12
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Harrisonburg city has 12 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Harrisonburg city school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
Harrisonburg City Public Schools carries most of the listed public-school system, with 10 of 12 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#63
of 127 Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 83% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Elementary to high school visible
6,682 students
10 listed schools in this county slice.
Massanutten Technical Center
Other grade structure
0 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
Harrisonburg City Public Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 10 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Harrisonburg city?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Harrisonburg city district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Harrisonburg city, Virginia
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Compact and Diverse City School System
Harrisonburg City operates 12 public schools serving a concentrated population of 6,911 students. The city's educational map includes seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one large high school. Education here is split between two districts, providing both general and technical learning paths.
Harrisonburg City Public Schools at the Helm
The primary district, Harrisonburg City Public Schools, manages 6,682 students across 10 main campuses. Massanutten Technical Center provides additional specialized capacity, though it reports zero base enrollment. No charter schools exist in the city, ensuring a consistent public education experience for all residents.
Large-Scale Urban Learning Centers
All 12 schools are located in an urban city setting, resulting in an average school size of 691 students. Harrisonburg High is a significant central landmark, enrolling 1,951 students in a single facility. Elementary schools like Smithland also tend to be large, housing 730 students in a vibrant city environment.
School Overview
Total Schools
12
in Harrisonburg city
Reported Enrollment
6,911
10 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Harrisonburg city
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
GuideMassanutten Technical Center
12 Public Schools in Harrisonburg city
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 12 of 12 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARRISONBURG HIGH | Profile | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,951 |
| Smithland Elementary | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22802City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 730 |
| SKYLINE MIDDLE | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22802City: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 697 |
| THOMAS HARRISON MIDDLE | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 693 |
| Stone Spring Elementary | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 557 |
| Bluestone Elementary | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | KG–5 | Primary | 550 |
| Waterman Elementary | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22802City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 530 |
| Keister Elementary | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 526 |
| Spotswood Elementary | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 448 |
| Pleasant Valley Elementary | Record | Rockingham County Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 229 |
| Harrisonburg H.S. Governor's STEM Academy | Record | Harrisonburg City Public Schools | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | — | Vocational | — |
| MASSANUTTEN TECH CTR | Record | Massanutten Technical Center | Harrisonburg, 22801City: Small | — | Vocational | — |
HARRISONBURG HIGH
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Smithland Elementary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22802 / City: Small
SKYLINE MIDDLE
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22802 / City: Small
THOMAS HARRISON MIDDLE
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Stone Spring Elementary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Bluestone Elementary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Waterman Elementary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22802 / City: Small
Keister Elementary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Spotswood Elementary
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Pleasant Valley Elementary
Rockingham County Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Harrisonburg H.S. Governor's STEM Academy
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
MASSANUTTEN TECH CTR
Massanutten Technical Center
Harrisonburg, 22801 / City: Small
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,859
State avg $7,941
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Schools in Harrisonburg city, Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Harrisonburg city, Virginia?
Harrisonburg City operates 12 public schools serving a concentrated population of 6,911 students. The city's educational map includes seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one large high school. Education here is split between two districts, providing both general and technical learning paths.
What are the major school districts in Harrisonburg city, Virginia?
The primary district, Harrisonburg City Public Schools, manages 6,682 students across 10 main campuses. Massanutten Technical Center provides additional specialized capacity, though it reports zero base enrollment. No charter schools exist in the city, ensuring a consistent public education experience for all residents.
What is the school experience like in Harrisonburg city?
All 12 schools are located in an urban city setting, resulting in an average school size of 691 students. Harrisonburg High is a significant central landmark, enrolling 1,951 students in a single facility. Elementary schools like Smithland also tend to be large, housing 730 students in a vibrant city environment.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.