Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harding School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harding School serves the west part of its school district in Erie, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harding School's student population of 633 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harding School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2482 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
25%
14%
White
40%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding School's ranking?
Harding School is ranked #2482 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Harding School often compared to?
Harding Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pfeiffer-burleigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Harding School?
633 students attend Harding School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Harding School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding School?
Harding School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harding School offer ?
Harding School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harding School part of?
Harding School is part of Erie City School District.
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