East Hardy High School is a high school located in Baker, West Virginia. It was established in the late 1970s after the consolidation of two K-12 schools in Eastern Hardy County: Mathias School and Wardensville School. The school's mascot is the Cougar.
Serving 290 students in grades 7-12, East Hardy High School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Hardy High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Baker, WV, covering an area of approximately 257.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive between 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hardy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Hardy High School's student population of 290 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Hardy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Hardy High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar colors
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hardy High School's ranking?
East Hardy High School is ranked #304 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Hardy High School?
The graduation rate of East Hardy High School is 90%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend East Hardy High School?
290 students attend East Hardy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Hardy High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Hardy High School?
East Hardy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Hardy High School offer ?
East Hardy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Hardy High School part of?
East Hardy High School is part of Hardy County Schools.
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