Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Hardy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Hardy Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
East Hardy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Hardy Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hardy Elementary School's ranking?
East Hardy Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend East Hardy Elementary School?
331 students attend East Hardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of East Hardy Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hardy Elementary School?
East Hardy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Hardy Elementary School offer ?
East Hardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Hardy Elementary School part of?
East Hardy Elementary School is part of Hardy County Schools School District.
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