Serving 512 students in grades 9-12, Hardin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hardin High School's student population of 512 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hardin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardin High School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#712 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
75%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
13%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardin High School's ranking?
Hardin High School is ranked #712 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of Hardin High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hardin High School?
512 students attend Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hardin High School students are American Indian, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hardin High School?
Hardin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hardin High School offer ?
Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hardin High School part of?
Hardin High School is part of Hardin High School District.
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