Serving 237 students in grades 9-12, South Hardin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eldora-New Providence High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 140.8 square miles in Eldora, IA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 11.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hardin High School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Hardin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hardin High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hardin High School's ranking?
South Hardin High School is ranked #677 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of South Hardin High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend South Hardin High School?
237 students attend South Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Hardin High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hardin High School?
South Hardin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hardin High School offer ?
South Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Hardin High School part of?
South Hardin High School is part of Eldora-New Providence Comm School District.
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