Serving 723 students in grades 5-8, Harding Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harding Middle School's student population of 723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harding Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Middle School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1061 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
25%
17%
White
58%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Middle School's ranking?
Harding Middle School is ranked #1061 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harding Middle School often compared to?
Harding Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Harding Middle School?
723 students attend Harding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Harding Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding Middle School?
Harding Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harding Middle School offer ?
Harding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Harding Middle School part of?
Harding Middle School is part of Steubenville City School District.
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