Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hardy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Hardy School serves the southeast part of Arlington, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hardy's student population of 382 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Motto
Here we train hand, mind, and heart for the common good.
School Rankings
Hardy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardy is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#190 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
62%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardy's ranking?
Hardy is ranked #190 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hardy often compared to?
Hardyis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hardy?
382 students attend Hardy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hardy students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardy?
Hardy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardy offer ?
Hardy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hardy part of?
Hardy is part of Arlington School District.
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