Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Harding Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harding Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harding Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Middle School is 0.31, 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
#340 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Middle School's ranking?
Harding Middle School is ranked #340 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harding Middle School often compared to?
Harding Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harding Middle School?
466 students attend Harding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harding Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding Middle School?
Harding Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harding Middle School offer ?
Harding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harding Middle School part of?
Harding Middle School is part of Lakewood City School District.
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