For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,499 students in Hardy, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Hardy, AR are Highland Middle School, Cherokee Elementary School and Highland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hardy, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Hardy have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hardy, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1921 Hwy 62-412
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3284
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3284
Gr: 5-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
169 Rebel Dr
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 257-3118
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 257-3118
Gr: PK-4 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Highland High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Rebel Circle
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3273
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3273
Gr: 9-12 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hardy, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Hardy, AR include Highland Middle School, Cherokee Elementary School and Highland High School.
How many public schools are located in Hardy?
3 public schools are located in Hardy.
What is the racial composition of students in Hardy?
Hardy public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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