Paul Harding High School was a High school located on the southeast side of Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States. Harding was a part of East Allen County Schools system located in Allen County, Indiana.
Serving 440 students in grades 7-8, Paul Harding Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Harding Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul Harding Jr High School's student population of 440 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Rankings
Paul Harding Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Harding Jr High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1528 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
54%
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
24%
13%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Harding Jr High School's ranking?
Paul Harding Jr High School is ranked #1528 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paul Harding Jr High School?
440 students attend Paul Harding Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Paul Harding Jr High School students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Harding Jr High School?
Paul Harding Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul Harding Jr High School offer ?
Paul Harding Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Harding Jr High School part of?
Paul Harding Jr High School is part of East Allen County Schools School District.
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