Serving 676 students in grades 7-8, Hardin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hardin Middle School's student population of 676 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hardin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#730 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
15%
15%
White
70%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin Middle School's ranking?
Hardin Middle School is ranked #730 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hardin Middle School often compared to?
Hardin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollenbeck Middle School, Jefferson Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hardin Middle School?
676 students attend Hardin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hardin Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardin Middle School?
Hardin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin Middle School offer ?
Hardin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin Middle School part of?
Hardin Middle School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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