Very Good
#348 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 27% in state
John Hardin High School
High School · Hardin County
384 W. A. Jenkins Road, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#348 of 1,284
In Elizabethtown
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 23
Hardin County
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About John Hardin High School
John Hardin High School is a public high school in Elizabethtown, KY, part of Hardin County. John Hardin High School serves approximately 806 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John Hardin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #348 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for John Hardin High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- KY avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John Hardin High School — Students at John Hardin High School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.6/10.
How John Hardin High School Compares
See how John Hardin High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
384 W. A. Jenkins Road, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Hardin High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Elizabethtown High School (rated 7.4/10, 4.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Rineyville Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Rineyville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, New Highland Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elizabethtown, see our Elizabethtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 42701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,715
Median Home Value
$235,500
Median Rent
$902/mo
Population
53,240
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bath County High School Owingsville, KY | 7.2 |
| Franklin-Simpson High School Franklin, KY | 7.2 |
| Green County High School Greensburg, KY | 7.2 |
| Henry County High School New Castle, KY | 7.2 |
| Hopkinsville High School Hopkinsville, KY | 7.2 |
| Knott County Central High School Hindman, KY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Hardin High School
What grades does John Hardin High School serve?
John Hardin High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Hardin High School?
John Hardin High School has an enrollment of approximately 806 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Hardin High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Hardin High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Hardin High School rank in KY?
John Hardin High School ranks #348 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is John Hardin High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Hardin High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 John Hardin High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Hardin High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Hardin High School a charter school?
No, John Hardin High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Hardin High School a Title I school?
No, John Hardin High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Hardin High School?
51.0% of students at John Hardin High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 806
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Hardin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (270) 769-8906
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hardin County- District Enrollment
- 14,714
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,734
- District Rank
- #3 of 23
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