Serving 221 students in grades 2-3, Harding Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harding Primary School's student population of 221 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harding Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Primary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2792 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Primary School's ranking?
Harding Primary School is ranked #2792 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harding Primary School often compared to?
Harding Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monmouth-roseville High School, Monmouth-roseville Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harding Primary School?
221 students attend Harding Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Harding Primary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding Primary School?
Harding Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harding Primary School offer ?
Harding Primary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Harding Primary School part of?
Harding Primary School is part of Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Spring Break
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
2 p.m. dismissal schedule - last day of school-if no snow days are used
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for students (if no snow days are used)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (if 5 snow days are taken)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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