Hardy Elementary School

Hardy Elementary School serves 419 students in grades PK through 5 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As a regular public school in Hamilton County, Hardy maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1 with 34 full-time equivalent teachers, creating smaller class sizes that allow for more individualized attention. The school has earned recognition for its performance, ranking #261 out of 1,796 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile among Tennessee schools.

This strong ranking, combined with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10, reflects Hardy's commitment to student success and educational excellence. Hardy Elementary is situated in the 37406 ZIP code area, a diverse community where families have a median household income of $39,031 and median home values of $140,700. The neighborhood serves a population of nearly 13,000 residents, with 15% holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Despite economic challenges, with a 31.9% poverty rate in the surrounding area, Hardy Elementary continues to demonstrate solid academic performance. The school operates within Chattanooga's mid-size city environment, providing students with both urban resources and a close-knit community atmosphere that supports their educational journey from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.