For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 998 students in Hardy, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hardy, AR are Cherokee Elementary School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hardy, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hardy have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hardy, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Hwy 175 Spur
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 257-3118
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 257-3118
Grades: K-4
| 547 students
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Rebel Cir
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3284
Hardy, AR 72542
(870) 856-3284
Grades: 5-8
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Hardy, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hardy, AR include Cherokee Elementary School and Highland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hardy?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hardy.
What is the racial composition of students in Hardy?
Hardy public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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