Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hardy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hardy Elementary School serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hardy Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Rise, We SOAR!
School Rankings
Hardy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardy Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1607 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
74%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy blue, maroon, dark green, grey, and white
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardy Elementary School's ranking?
Hardy Elementary School is ranked #1607 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hardy Elementary School often compared to?
Hardy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hardy Elementary School?
444 students attend Hardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hardy Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Hardy Elementary School offer ?
Hardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardy Elementary School part of?
Hardy Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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