Hardin Primary serves 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hardin Primary's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Striving for Excellence, Achieving Success
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hardin Primary is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
68%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
White
21%
76%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hardin Primary?
287 students attend Hardin Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hardin Primary students are American Indian, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardin Primary?
Hardin Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin Primary offer ?
Hardin Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin Primary part of?
Hardin Primary is part of Hardin Elementary School District.
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