Hardin County High School is an American high school located in the city of Savannah, Tennessee.
Serving 951 students in grades 9-12, Hardin County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hardin County High School's student population of 951 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
951 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
70 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon, Grey
School Rankings
Hardin County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin County High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
4%
20%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin County High School's ranking?
Hardin County High School is ranked #823 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hardin County High School often compared to?
Hardin County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardin County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardin County High School?
The graduation rate of Hardin County High School is 81%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hardin County High School?
951 students attend Hardin County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hardin County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Hardin County High School offer ?
Hardin County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin County High School part of?
Hardin County High School is part of Hardin County School District.
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