Serving 240 students in grades 2-3, Harding Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harding Primary School's student population of 240 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Harding Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Primary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2268 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Primary School's ranking?
Harding Primary School is ranked #2268 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harding Primary School often compared to?
Harding Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monmouth-roseville High School, Monmouth-roseville Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harding Primary School?
240 students attend Harding Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Harding Primary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding Primary School?
Harding Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harding Primary School offer ?
Harding Primary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Harding Primary School part of?
Harding Primary School is part of Monmouth-Roseville CUSD 238 School District.
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