Central Hardin High School

1,914 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Central Hardin High School, located in Cecilia, Kentucky, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Hardin County School District. As a large public high school, it is recognized for offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous academic preparation with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering a culture that emphasizes both student achievement and the development of well-rounded individuals ready for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Central Hardin is well-regarded for its robust athletics program and active student organizations, which play a significant role in the school's identity. The campus facilities support a variety of pursuits, ranging from traditional classroom learning to vocational and creative arts programs. By prioritizing student engagement and community involvement, Central Hardin High School strives to provide a supportive environment that prepares its diverse student body for the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce.

1,914

Total Students

92.3

Full-Time Teachers

20.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

37.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central Hardin High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,628
Hispanic	112
Black	57
Asian	18
Two or More	94
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	2

White
1,628 (85.1 %)
Hispanic
112 (5.9 %)
Two or More
94 (4.9 %)
Black
57 (3.0 %)
Asian
18 (0.9 %)
American Indian
3 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hardin County
Phone:	(270)737-6800
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,914
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	92.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	635
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	77

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 538

Grade 10 503

Grade 11 426

Grade 12 442

Ungraded 5