Hardin Northern High School

Hardin Northern High School is a regular public high school located in Dola, Ohio, in the rural setting of Hardin County. The school serves students from seventh through twelfth grade, making it unique with its middle and high school combination under one roof. With an enrollment of 174 students, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, ensuring that each student receives individualized attention.

Hardin Northern High School has 16 full-time equivalent teachers who work to support the academic needs of their diverse student body. According to MySchoolScout's rating system, the school ranks at 5.9 out of 10 and holds a state ranking of #1252 out of 3468 schools in Ohio, placing it around the 64th percentile. The academic score is 5.3 out of 10, with proficiency rates showing that 61% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 46% in Math.

While there is room for improvement in test scores, Hardin Northern High School focuses on student development through personalized learning opportunities and community involvement. The school's rural setting offers a close-knit community atmosphere where teachers and students know each other well, fostering a supportive educational environment.

With an enrollment of 174 students, Hardin Northern High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Hardin Northern High 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.