North Hardin High School, located in Radcliff, Kentucky, United States, has a student population of approximately 1,600. The school, a part of Hardin County Public Schools, was founded in 1962. The athletics teams are known as the Trojans.
Serving 1,664 students in grades 9-12, North Hardin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hardin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Hardin High School's student population of 1,664 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Destination graduation: Life-long success for all starts at NHHS.
School Rankings
North Hardin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hardin High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
21%
11%
White
52%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hardin High School's ranking?
North Hardin High School is ranked #621 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Hardin High School often compared to?
North Hardin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hardin High School, Central Hardin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Hardin High School?
The graduation rate of North Hardin High School is 87%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Hardin High School?
1,664 students attend North Hardin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of North Hardin High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Hardin High School?
North Hardin High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Hardin High School offer ?
North Hardin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Hardin High School part of?
North Hardin High School is part of Hardin County School District.
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