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Hardin County

Illinois · Public K-12

Hardin County is one of Illinois's public-school counties, with 3 campuses serving about 498 students (1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high). Median household income in the county is roughly $54,271.

7-year change in Hardin County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
498
-75 (-13%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
92%
was 93%
% Hispanic
2%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
1 districts
Enrollment
498
NCES CCD
Median income
$54,271
Below Illinois avg
Free/reduced lunch
59.2%
Above Illinois avg
Elementary
1
216 students
Middle
1
107 students
High
1
175 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Hardin County CUSD 1
498 students · 1 district in Hardin County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Hardin County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
96%
Hispanic
1%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
2%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
92%
Hispanic
2%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
13.3%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
5.9%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
2.8%
civilian labor
Median age
54
14.8% under 18

Test scores in Hardin County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Illinois state average: 51.0%.

See all 2 schools in Hardin County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Hardin County Elem SchoolElizabethtownElementaryPK-05216·
Hardin County High SchoolElizabethtownHigh09-12175·
Hardin County Jr High SchoolElizabethtownMiddle06-08107·

Cities in Hardin County

Elizabethtown3 schools

About Hardin County

In Illinois, Hardin County is a compact county of about 3,605 residents. 3 public schools across the county instructs about 498 students between them.

For perspective, census numbers show median household income runs near $54,271, 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and roughly 6% of residents live below the federal poverty line. That income level is 23% lower than the Illinois median.

For a sense of the school types, Hardin County is made up of 1 elementary school (216 students), 1 middle school (107), and 1 high school (175).

Hardin County CUSD 1 is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 498 students across Hardin County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Hardin County has declined 13% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 573 students to 498.

On allk12, the community for Hardin County discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Hardin County?
Hardin County, Illinois has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 498 students.
How many high schools are in Hardin County?
Hardin County, Illinois has 1 public high school, serving approximately 175 students.
How many middle schools are in Hardin County?
Hardin County, Illinois has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 107 students.
How many elementary schools are in Hardin County?
Hardin County, Illinois has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 216 students.
What is the largest school district in Hardin County?
Hardin County CUSD 1 is the largest school district in Hardin County, serving approximately 498 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
How many people live in Hardin County?
Hardin County has roughly 3,605 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Hardin County?
Median household income in Hardin County is $54,271, below the Illinois average of $70,291. About 5.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Hardin County?
Approximately 13.3% of adults 25 and older in Hardin County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Hardin County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 59.2% of students in Hardin County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Illinois county average of 51.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hardin County schools?
Across Hardin County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 12.1 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data