Hardin Elementary School

Hardin Elementary School serves 259 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Redfield, Arkansas. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 and 18 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a more intimate learning environment where students can receive individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking #163 out of 1,044 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 84th percentile.

Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 57% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics and 47% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Located in Jefferson County's ZIP code 72132, Hardin Elementary serves a community where the median household income is $63,926 and the poverty rate stands at 12%. The area has a median home value of $111,400, and 16% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

With a total ZIP code population of 3,507, the school operates in a close-knit rural setting where families and educators can build strong relationships to support student success throughout their elementary years.

Located in a rural area, Hardin Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.