Serving 1,634 students in grades 9-12, North Hardin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hardin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Hardin High School's student population of 1,634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Hardin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hardin High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#796 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
22%
11%
White
52%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hardin High School's ranking?
North Hardin High School is ranked #796 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Hardin High School often compared to?
North Hardin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hardin High School, Central Hardin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of North Hardin High School is 88%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Hardin High School?
1,634 students attend North Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of North Hardin High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Hardin High School?
North Hardin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Hardin High School offer ?
North Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Hardin High School part of?
North Hardin High School is part of Hardin County School District.
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