Serving 249 students in grades 3-5, Hardin Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hardin Intermediate's student population of 249 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hardin Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin Intermediate is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#668 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
73%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
15%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin Intermediate's ranking?
Hardin Intermediate is ranked #668 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Hardin Intermediate?
249 students attend Hardin Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hardin Intermediate students are American Indian, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin Intermediate?
Hardin Intermediate has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin Intermediate offer ?
Hardin Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hardin Intermediate part of?
Hardin Intermediate is part of Hardin Elem School District.
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