Serving 704 students in grades 7-8, Hardin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hardin Middle School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hardin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin Middle School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
65%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin Middle School's ranking?
Hardin Middle School is ranked #614 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hardin Middle School often compared to?
Hardin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollenbeck Middle School, Jefferson Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hardin Middle School?
704 students attend Hardin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hardin Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin Middle School?
Hardin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hardin Middle School offer ?
Hardin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hardin Middle School part of?
Hardin Middle School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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