Central Hardin High School is a school located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States. Although the school is within the city limits, it is served by the post office of the community of Cecilia, much of which has recently been annexed by Elizabethtown.
Serving 1,827 students in grades 9-12, Central Hardin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Hardin High School's student population of 1,827 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Rankings
Central Hardin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Hardin High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
83%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Hardin High School's ranking?
Central Hardin High School is ranked #357 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Central Hardin High School often compared to?
Central Hardin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabethtown High School, John Hardin High School, North Hardin High School 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 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of Central Hardin High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Hardin High School?
1,827 students attend Central Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Central Hardin High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Hardin High School?
Central Hardin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Hardin High School offer ?
Central Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Hardin High School part of?
Central Hardin High School is part of Hardin County School District.
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