For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 336 students in Hardin, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Hardin, IL is Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hardin, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hardin have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hardin, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
52 Poor Farm Hollow Rd
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2341
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2341
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hardin, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hardin, IL include Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hardin?
1 public elementary schools are located in Hardin.
What is the racial composition of students in Hardin?
Hardin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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