Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harding Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio 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 Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harding Elementary School serves the northwest part of Youngstown, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically live a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 2.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harding Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harding Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2892 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
60%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
9%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Elementary School's ranking?
Harding Elementary School is ranked #2892 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harding Elementary School?
324 students attend Harding Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harding Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding Elementary School?
Harding Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harding Elementary School offer ?
Harding Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harding Elementary School part of?
Harding Elementary School is part of Youngstown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harding Elementary School located?
Harding Elementary School is located in the North Heights neighborhood of Youngstown, OH.
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