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 11% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (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
Student Attention
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 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Harding Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Harding Jr High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1517 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
28%
13%
White
7%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Harding Jr High School's ranking?
Paul Harding Jr High School is ranked #1517 out of 1,755 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% 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?
47% of Paul Harding Jr High School students are Asian, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 3% 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 13:1, 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
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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