Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hardin-central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin-central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hardin-central Elementary School's student population of 123 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Hardin-central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin-central Elementary School is 0.02, which is less 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
#840 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
99%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin-central Elementary School's ranking?
Hardin-central Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hardin-central Elementary School?
123 students attend Hardin-central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hardin-central Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin-central Elementary School?
Hardin-central Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin-central Elementary School offer ?
Hardin-central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin-central Elementary School part of?
Hardin-central Elementary School is part of Hardin-Central C-2 School District.
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