Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Hardin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hardin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Hardin Elementary School's student population of 222 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Hardin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hardin Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#449 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hardin Elementary School's ranking?
West Hardin Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend West Hardin Elementary School?
222 students attend West Hardin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Hardin Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hardin Elementary School?
West Hardin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Hardin Elementary School offer ?
West Hardin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Hardin Elementary School part of?
West Hardin Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/17/2020
This was the only school in the county to receive the designation of a Reward school this year. That says a lot about WHES. Great school, great teachers, and great leadership. Best elementary school in the county, in my opinion.
2 11/11/2011
Avoid sending your child to this school! My son has loved learning/school until he started this school & now cries when he has to go. His teacher degrades & belittles him daily (he has ADHD) and the Principal refuses to do anything about it. I feel sick sending him every day and am trying my hardest to get him into another one.
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