Hardin Middle School

Hardin Elem
611 W 5th Street
Hardin, MT 59034
404 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Hardin Middle School, located at 611 W 5th Street in Hardin, Montana, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Hardin School District. As a middle school, it plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and developmental needs of early adolescent students. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and preparation for future academic success.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Hardin School District, which emphasizes community engagement and a culturally responsive approach to education, reflecting the diverse population of the region. By providing a structured curriculum alongside various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to keep students active and involved in their learning process. For families and community members seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements, the official website at http://hardin.k12.mt.us serves as the primary resource for updates and school-related documentation.
404
Total Students
31.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    304 (75.2 %)
  • White
    46 (11.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    29 (7.2 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (5.4 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hardin Elem
Phone: (406)665-6300
Website: http://www.hardin.k12.mt.us/schools/hardin-middl
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 404
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 359
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* 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 6 125
Grade 7 126
Grade 8 153
Gender Ratio