District Overview
Headquartered at 1010 North 7th Street in the state capital of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg City School District is an actively operating public school system serving a vibrant small-city community within the broader Harrisburg-Carlisle metropolitan area. As a traditional public district overseeing 12 operational schools, it offers a seamless educational journey spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a diverse student body of 6,578 enrolled pupils, creating inclusive learning environments designed to foster academic and personal growth at every stage of development.

To effectively guide and uplift its student population, the district relies on a substantial professional team totaling 1,430 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated workforce includes 832 full-time equivalent teachers, 42 instructional aides, and a robust network of 556 support personnel, ensuring students benefit from comprehensive academic instruction, targeted classroom assistance, and essential operational services. Families, prospective students, and education researchers looking to explore the district's offerings can connect with administrative offices at (717) 703-4000 or access additional resources through their official portal at www.hbgsd.k12.pa.us.
12
Total Schools
6,578
Total Students
832.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Harrisburg City SD
Demographic Student Count
White203
Hispanic2,981
Black2,950
Asian124
Two or More318
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    2,981 (45.3%)
  • Black
    2,950 (44.8%)
  • Two or More
    318 (4.8%)
  • White
    203 (3.1%)
  • Asian
    124 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Harrisburg City SD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle3
High2
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:12
Students:6,578*
Teachers (FTE):832.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.9
Schools in Harrisburg City SD
Found 13 Schools