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#472 of 635 schools in WV

East Hardy Elementary School

Elementary School · HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

PO Box 260, Baker, WV 26801

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#472 of 635

In Baker

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

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About East Hardy Elementary School

East Hardy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baker, WV, part of HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS. East Hardy Elementary School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East Hardy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for East Hardy Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
District avg 5.6
WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at East Hardy Elementary School 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.

East Hardy Elementary School 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.

31% of students at East Hardy Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress6.5Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data16

Annual Change+0.61 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency25.3% (2025 WVGSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 WVGSA)

Math vs. State Avg-28 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-13 pts

Overall Proficiency29% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)

vs. Expected-16.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile13th

Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,103

Chronic Absenteeism31.1%

East Hardy Elementary School — Students at East Hardy Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

43.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

ELA Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

46.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

41%

ELA

43%

2010

Math

39%

ELA

47%

2011

Math

43%

ELA

40%

2012

Math

38%

ELA

40%

2013

Math

36%

ELA

41%

2014

Math

21%

ELA

37%

2015

Math

29%

2016

Math

28%

ELA

42%

2017

Math

26%

ELA

38%

2018

Math

22%

2019

Math

22%

2020*

Math

14%

ELA

30%

2021*

Math

14%

ELA

30%

2022

Math

18%

ELA

31%

2024

Math

24%

ELA

33.3%

2025

Math

25.3%

ELA

33.3%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How East Hardy Elementary School Compares

See how East Hardy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.1/10

26th percentile in WV

Academic

3.1/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

6.5/10

Average

Environment

4.8/10

Below Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

23 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

31.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 260, Baker, WV 26801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Hardy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moorefield Intermediate School (rated 7.3/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Moorefield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Romney Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Romney), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burlington Primary (rated 6.2/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baker, see our Baker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
East Hardy High School Baker	0.1 mi	306	5.2
Moorefield Middle School Moorefield	10.1 mi	311	4.9
Moorefield Intermediate School Moorefield	10.2 mi	299	7.3
Moorefield High School Moorefield	11.3 mi	492	3.6
Moorefield Elementary School Moorefield	11.4 mi	433	4.5
Augusta Elementary School Augusta	18.1 mi	303	6.0
VALLEY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Edinburg	17.7 mi	250	4.9
Romney Middle School Romney	19.3 mi	345	5.0
Hampshire Senior High School Romney	19.4 mi	824	4.4
CHARTERHOUSE SCHOOL - EDINBURG Edinburg	18.5 mi	35	6.8
WV School for the Deaf & the Blind Romney	20.3 mi	50	4.0
Romney Elementary School Romney	20.4 mi	475	6.5
Peter Muhlenberg Middle Woodstock	17.9 mi	499	6.0
W.W. Robinson Elementary Woodstock	17.9 mi	1,051	4.2
Central High Woodstock	17.9 mi	725	6.2
MASSANUTTEN MILITARY ACADEMY Woodstock	17.9 mi	134	6.3
Burlington Primary Burlington	21.7 mi	103	6.2
Honey Run Elementary Quicksburg	24.1 mi	678	4.3
North Fork Middle Quicksburg	24.1 mi	359	6.7
Mountain View High Quicksburg	24.3 mi	507	4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,971

Median Home Value

$165,200

Population

1,441

College Educated

9.7%

Homeownership

79.1%

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

51.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Hardy Elementary School

What grades does East Hardy Elementary School serve?

East Hardy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend East Hardy Elementary School?

East Hardy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Hardy Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Hardy Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Hardy Elementary School rank in WV?

East Hardy Elementary School ranks #472 of 635 schools in WV.

What is East Hardy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Hardy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 East Hardy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Hardy Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Hardy Elementary School a charter school?

No, East Hardy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Hardy Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Hardy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.