Very Good
#570 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 26% in state
Hardin-central Elem.
Elementary School · HARDIN-CENTRAL C-2
PO BOX 548, Hardin, MO 64035
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#570 of 2,221
In Hardin
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
HARDIN-CENTRAL C-2
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Hardin-central Elem.
Elementary School in Hardin · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hardin-central Elem.
Hardin-central Elem. is a public elementary school in Hardin, MO, part of HARDIN-CENTRAL C-2. Hardin-central Elem. serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hardin-central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Hardin-central Elem. show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Hardin-central Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Hardin-central Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Hardin-central Elem. — Students at Hardin-central Elem. score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from MO 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: 6.0/10.
How Hardin-central Elem. Compares
See how Hardin-central Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 548, Hardin, MO 64035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hardin-central Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Higginsville), with a very similar rating. Another option is DEAR ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Richmond), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LESLIE BELL ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hardin, see our Hardin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARDIN-CENTRAL HIGH Hardin | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LESLIE BELL ELEM. Lexington | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| LEXINGTON MIDDLE Lexington | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH Lexington | 7.0 mi | 3.7 |
| SUNRISE ELEM. Richmond | 6.0 mi | 3.0 |
| DEAR ELEM. Richmond | 6.9 mi | 6.9 |
| RICHMOND HIGH Richmond | 7.0 mi | 3.7 |
| RICHMOND MIDDLE Richmond | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
| NORBORNE ELEM. Norborne | 9.0 mi | 5.5 |
| NORBORNE HIGH Norborne | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| WELLINGTON-NAPOLEON ELEM. Wellington | 12.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WELLINGTON-NAPOLEON HIGH Wellington | 12.5 mi | 8.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Higginsville | 14.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ROLLING MEADOW SCHOOL Higginsville | 15.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE Higginsville | 15.3 mi | — |
| LAFAYETTE CO. HIGH Higginsville | 15.5 mi | 7.4 |
| LAFAYETTE CO. MIDDLE Higginsville | 15.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville | 15.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ELKHORN ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 15.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ORRICK ELEM. Orrick | 16.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,318
Median Home Value
$118,000
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
1,157
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JAMESTOWN C-I ELEM. Jamestown, MO | 7.4 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Amoret, MO | 7.4 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton, MO | 7.4 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton, MO | 7.4 |
| VERONA ELEM. Verona, MO | 7.4 |
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hardin-central Elem.
What grades does Hardin-central Elem. serve?
Hardin-central Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hardin-central Elem.?
Hardin-central Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hardin-central Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hardin-central Elem. is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hardin-central Elem. rank in MO?
Hardin-central Elem. ranks #570 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hardin-central Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hardin-central Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Hardin-central Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hardin-central Elem. has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hardin-central Elem. a charter school?
No, Hardin-central Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hardin-central Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hardin-central Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hardin-central Elem.?
43.1% of students at Hardin-central Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Ray County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.1%
- Phone
- (660) 398-4394
Resources & Links
District
HARDIN-CENTRAL C-2- District Enrollment
- 224
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,821
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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