Best Schools in Hardwick, Vermont
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Hardwick by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hardwick Elementary School
Elementary · Mountain View Union Elementary School District #94. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hazen Union High School
High · Hazen Union High School District #26. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$181,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$181,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hardwick
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardwick Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Hazen Union High School | 4.4 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $54,750
- Median home value
- $181,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hardwick compares
Median household income
$55k
68% of Vermont median
About Schools in Hardwick, Vermont
Hardwick, Vermont is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Hardwick show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hardwick is Hardwick Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hardwick is served by 2 school districts: Mountain View Union Elementary School District #94, Hazen Union High School District #26. These districts collectively serve 610 students.
Hardwick's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,750. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 234 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 281 students · 7th–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Hardwick
Hardwick, Vermont · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,750
Median Home Value
$181,100
Median Rent
$694/mo
Population
2,283
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Hardwick has a median household income of $54,750. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $181,100, with a median rent of $694/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Hardwick, Vermont
How many schools are in Hardwick, Vermont?
Hardwick has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hardwick, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hardwick is 5.3 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 Hardwick, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Hardwick on MySchoolScout is Hardwick Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hardwick, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hardwick on MySchoolScout is Hardwick Elementary School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Hardwick, Vermont?
The top-ranked high school in Hardwick on MySchoolScout is Hazen Union High School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Hardwick, Vermont?
Hardwick is served by 2 school districts: Mountain View Union Elementary School District #94, Hazen Union High School District #26.
What is the education level in Hardwick, Vermont?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Hardwick have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hardwick, Vermont?
The median household income in Hardwick is approximately $54,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hardwick, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hardwick is 9.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hardwick, Vermont?
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, Vermont Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.