Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, Hardy MiddleSchool ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardy MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hardy MiddleSchool's student population of 531 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hardy MiddleSchool ranks within the top 20% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardy MiddleSchool is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)67%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
19%
17%
Black
29%
65%
White
39%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardy MiddleSchool's ranking?
Hardy MiddleSchool is ranked #24 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Hardy MiddleSchool often compared to?
Hardy MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deal MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Hardy MiddleSchool?
531 students attend Hardy MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hardy MiddleSchool students are White, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardy MiddleSchool?
Hardy MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hardy MiddleSchool offer ?
Hardy MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hardy MiddleSchool part of?
Hardy MiddleSchool is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
June 17, 2024 (Monday)
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