Serving 446 students in grades 6-8, Harding Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harding Middle School serves the west part of Lakewood, OH, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harding Middle School's student population of 446 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harding Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Middle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#331 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Middle School's ranking?
Harding Middle School is ranked #331 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harding Middle School often compared to?
Harding Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harding Middle School?
446 students attend Harding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Harding Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding Middle School?
Harding Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harding Middle School offer ?
Harding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harding Middle School part of?
Harding Middle School is part of Lakewood City School District.
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