Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, Harding High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harding High School's student population of 978 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Harding High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2579 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
67%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding High School's ranking?
Harding High School is ranked #2579 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harding High School often compared to?
Harding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant High School, Elgin High School, River Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harding High School?
The graduation rate of Harding High School is 87%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harding High School?
978 students attend Harding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harding High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding High School?
Harding High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harding High School offer ?
Harding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harding High School part of?
Harding High School is part of Marion City School District.
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