Serving 95 students in grades 7-12, Hardin-central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hardin-Central High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Hardin, MO, encompassing approximately 108.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin-central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hardin-central High School's student population of 95 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hardin-central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin-central High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#920 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin-central High School's ranking?
Hardin-central High School is ranked #920 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hardin-central High School often compared to?
Hardin-central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orrick High School, Lawson High School, Hardin-central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardin-central High School?
The graduation rate of Hardin-central High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Hardin-central High School?
95 students attend Hardin-central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hardin-central High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardin-central High School?
Hardin-central High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin-central High School offer ?
Hardin-central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin-central High School part of?
Hardin-central High School is part of Hardin-Central C-2 School District.
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