Best Schools in Hardin, Illinois
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Calhoun Elementary/ JR High Sch
Elementary · Calhoun Cusd 40. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Calhoun High School
High · Calhoun Cusd 40. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$144,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$144,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hardin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hardin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calhoun Elementary/ JR High Sch | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Calhoun High School | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $110,982
- Median home value
- $144,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Hardin compares
Illinois rank
#365 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$111k
135% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
Calhoun CUSD 40 runs Hardin's public schools
2 public schools. Calhoun CUSD 40 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hardin is a Calhoun CUSD 40 school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.7 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Hardin, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Hardin, Illinois
Hardin, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Hardin show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hardin is Calhoun Elementary/ JR High Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hardin is served by 1 school district: Calhoun CUSD 40. These districts collectively serve 502 students.
Hardin's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,982. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 334 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Norbert SchoolPrivate 56 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 168 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Hardin
Hardin, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,982
Median Home Value
$144,100
Median Rent
$417/mo
Population
1,833
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Hardin has a median household income of $110,982. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,100, with a median rent of $417/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Hardin, Illinois
How many schools are in Hardin, Illinois?
Hardin has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hardin, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hardin is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hardin, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Hardin on MySchoolScout is Calhoun Elementary/ JR High Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hardin, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hardin on MySchoolScout is Calhoun Elementary/ JR High Sch with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Hardin, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Hardin on MySchoolScout is Calhoun High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Hardin, Illinois?
Hardin is served by 1 school district: Calhoun Cusd 40.
What is the education level in Hardin, Illinois?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Hardin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hardin, Illinois?
The median household income in Hardin is approximately $110,982 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hardin, Illinois?
Yes, Hardin has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Norbert School with a score of 3.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hardin, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hardin is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hardin, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.