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Harding Primary School

Elementary School · Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238

415 E 9th Ave, Monmouth, IL 61462

Enrollment

221

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,878 of 3,813

In Monmouth

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238

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Harding Primary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Monmouth · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Central Intermediate School

4.9/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Monmouth-roseville High Sch

6.1/10

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About Harding Primary School

Harding Primary School is a public elementary school in Monmouth, IL, part of Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238. Harding Primary School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harding Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,878 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Harding Primary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,668
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Harding Primary School — Students at Harding Primary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Harding Primary School Compares

See how Harding Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in IL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Location

415 E 9th Ave, Monmouth, IL 61462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harding Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hedding Grade Sch (rated 8.1/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Abingdon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Early Childhood School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monmouth, see our Monmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Intermediate School Monmouth 0.6 mi 4.9
Monmouth-Roseville High Sch Monmouth 0.8 mi 6.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Monmouth 0.9 mi 6.6
Lincoln Early Childhood School Monmouth 0.9 mi 7.0
United High School Monmouth 2.8 mi 6.9
United Jr High Sch Monmouth 6.1 mi 4.2
United Elem Sch - West Monmouth 6.3 mi 4.6
Monmouth-Roseville Jr High Sch Roseville 12.1 mi 4.2
United Elem Sch - North Alexis 12.0 mi 6.0
Steele School Galesburg 13.5 mi 6.6
Abingdon-Avon High Sch Abingdon 14.3 mi 6.2
Hedding Grade Sch Abingdon 14.2 mi 8.1
West Central High School Biggsville 13.8 mi 6.0
West Central Elementary School Biggsville 13.8 mi 3.5
West Central Early Childhood Biggsville 13.8 mi 5.3
Galesburg Senior High School Galesburg 14.1 mi 4.7
COSTA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galesburg 15.4 mi 4.9
Silas Willard Elem School Galesburg 15.3 mi 5.7
Lombard Middle School Galesburg 15.5 mi 7.3
Bright Futures Pre-K Prog Galesburg 15.7 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,190

Median Home Value

$100,900

Median Rent

$657/mo

Population

10,640

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

76.6%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harding Primary School

What grades does Harding Primary School serve?

Harding Primary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Harding Primary School?

Harding Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harding Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harding Primary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harding Primary School rank in IL?

Harding Primary School ranks #2,878 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Harding Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harding Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harding Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harding Primary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harding Primary School a charter school?

No, Harding Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harding Primary School a Title I school?

No, Harding Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harding Primary School?

77.8% of students at Harding Primary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238
District Enrollment
1,599
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,668
District Rank
#3 of 5

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