School Report CardElementary SchoolHardin County

West Hardin Elementary

Hardin County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

2.1 / 5.0

D2.1 / 5.0
Below Average

Elementary School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

West Hardin Elementary earned an overall grade of D with a score of 2.1 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of elementary schools in Hardin County. The school ranks #6 out of 7 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

This below average rating suggests that West Hardin Elementary has meaningful opportunities to improve student outcomes across several accountability measures.

AverageCNeeds ImprovementFBelow AverageD

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

40% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Below Average

D
2.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

C 50%
F 40%
D 10%

The final score of 2.1is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 34.3% of students at West Hardin Elementary demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Science (Elementary) at 41.4%, while ELA (Elementary) at 28.9% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (Elementary): 28.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Elementary): 32.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Science (Elementary): 41.4% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

West Hardin Elementary shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.0 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Science

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 32.9% of all students at West Hardin Elementary demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 22.4%, representing a 10.5 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
32.9%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
22.4%

Below the proficiency benchmark

How Does West Hardin Elementary Compare?

Overall score compared to the Hardin County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 2.1, West Hardin Elementary is below the Hardin County average of 3.0 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 7 schools in Hardin County, this school holds the #6 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Hardin Elementary’s performance data.

What grade did West Hardin Elementary receive?
West Hardin Elementary received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 2.1 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and growth of the lowest-performing students.
How does West Hardin Elementary compare to other Hardin County schools?
West Hardin Elementary ranks #6 out of 7 schools in Hardin County. The county average score is 3.0, and West Hardin Elementary’s score of 2.1 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for West Hardin Elementary?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. West Hardin Elementary’s average growth score of 2.0 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is West Hardin Elementary above or below the state average?
West Hardin Elementary’s score of 2.1 is below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at West Hardin Elementary?
The highest proficiency rate is in Science (Elementary) at 41.4%, while the lowest is in ELA (Elementary) at 28.9%. Across all 3 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 34.3%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year