Serving 236 students in grades 9-12, South Hardin High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hardin High School's student population of 236 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
South Hardin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hardin High School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hardin High School's ranking?
South Hardin High School is ranked #674 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of South Hardin High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Hardin High School?
236 students attend South Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Hardin High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hardin High School?
South Hardin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hardin High School offer ?
South Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Hardin High School part of?
South Hardin High School is part of Eldora-New Providence Comm School District.
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