East Hardy High School is a high school located in Baker, West Virginia. It was established in the late 1970s after the consolidation of two K-12 schools in Eastern Hardy County: Mathias School and Wardensville School. The school's mascot is the Cougar.
Serving 306 students in grades 7-12, East Hardy High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hardy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Hardy High School's student population of 306 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Hardy High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Hardy High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hardy High School's ranking?
East Hardy High School is ranked #304 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Hardy High School?
The graduation rate of East Hardy High School is 90%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend East Hardy High School?
306 students attend East Hardy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Hardy High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Hardy High School?
East Hardy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Hardy High School offer ?
East Hardy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Hardy High School part of?
East Hardy High School is part of Hardy County Schools School District.
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