For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 442 students in Hardy, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in Hardy, AR is Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hardy, AR public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Hardy have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Hardy, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1921 Hwy 62-412
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3284
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3284
Gr: 5-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Hardy, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Hardy, AR include Highland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Hardy?
1 public middle schools are located in Hardy.
What is the racial composition of students in Hardy?
Hardy public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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