Below Average
#1548 of 1,750 schools in OK
Hardesty ES
Elementary School · HARDESTY
po Box 129, Hardesty, OK 73944
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#1,548 of 1,750
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Hardesty ES
Elementary School in Hardesty · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hardesty ES
Hardesty ES is a public elementary school in Hardesty, OK, part of HARDESTY. Hardesty ES serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 34:1 student-teacher ratio. Hardesty ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,548 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Hardesty ES show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Hardesty ES 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.
Test scores at Hardesty ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Hardesty ES runs 34:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Hardesty ES — Students at Hardesty ES score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Hardesty ES Compares
See how Hardesty ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
po Box 129, Hardesty, OK 73944
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hardesty ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRUVER EL (rated 9.1/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Gruver), which scores notably higher. Another option is OPTIMA PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Optima), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOOKER ES (rated 6.1/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Hooker), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hardesty, see our Hardesty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARDESTY HS Hardesty | 0.0 mi | — |
| OPTIMA PUBLIC SCHOOL Optima | 13.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HOOKER HS Hooker | 17.2 mi | 7.4 |
| HOOKER ES Hooker | 17.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PRAIRIE ES Guymon | 15.4 mi | 5.1 |
| CARRIER ES Guymon | 15.8 mi | 2.7 |
| PIONEER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Guymon | 16.5 mi | — |
| NORTH PARK ES Guymon | 16.6 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTHEAST ES Guymon | 16.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ACADEMY ES Guymon | 16.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Guymon Junior High School Guymon | 17.0 mi | 4.5 |
| HOMER LONG ES Guymon | 17.2 mi | 4.6 |
| GUYMON HS Guymon | 17.3 mi | 5.6 |
| STRAIGHT PUBLIC SCHOOL Guymon | 23.1 mi | — |
| TYRONE ES Tyrone | 24.9 mi | 5.5 |
| TYRONE HS Tyrone | 24.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TURPIN ES Turpin | 24.6 mi | 5.0 |
| TURPIN HS Turpin | 24.6 mi | 5.4 |
| GRUVER EL Gruver | 26.8 mi | 9.1 |
| GRUVER J H Gruver | 26.8 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73944 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,844
Median Home Value
$48,000
Median Rent
$533/mo
Population
459
College Educated
59.7%
Homeownership
78.2%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
28.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Claremore, OK | 4.9 |
| ALBION PUBLIC SCHOOL Albion, OK | 5.6 |
| DAVIDSON ES Davidson, OK | — |
| GINGERBREAD NURSERY SCHOOL Norman, OK | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD Oklahoma City, OK | — |
| ROSE ROCK SCHOOL Norman, OK | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hardesty ES
What grades does Hardesty ES serve?
Hardesty ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hardesty ES?
Hardesty ES has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hardesty ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Hardesty ES is 34:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hardesty ES rank in OK?
Hardesty ES ranks #1,548 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Hardesty ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Hardesty ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Hardesty ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hardesty ES has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hardesty ES a charter school?
No, Hardesty ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hardesty ES a Title I school?
No, Hardesty ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hardesty ES?
88.2% of students at Hardesty ES 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Texas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (580) 888-4258
Resources & Links
District
HARDESTY- District Enrollment
- 40
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,015
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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