Serving 396 students in grades 9-12, Hardin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hardin High School's student population of 396 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide high quality instructional practices to equip learners with the knowledge and critical thinking skills required.
School Rankings
Hardin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5005 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin High School's ranking?
Hardin High School is ranked #5005 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hardin High School often compared to?
Hardin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Hull-daisetta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of Hardin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hardin High School?
396 students attend Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hardin High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardin High School?
Hardin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hardin High School offer ?
Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hardin High School part of?
Hardin High School is part of Hardin Independent School District.
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