East Hardin Middle School vs Panther Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Hardin Middle School
Elizabethtown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
775 students
Panther Academy
Elizabethtown · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
222 students
| Measure | East Hardin Middle School Elizabethtown, Kentucky | Panther Academy Elizabethtown, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 217 | #301 of 707 |
| National rank | #3335 of 15,369 | #21466 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 775 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 775 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.9% | 52.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | – |
| Math proficiency | 55% | – |
| city | Elizabethtown | Elizabethtown |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Hardin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.0 vs 55.3).
- •East Hardin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.9% vs 52.3%).
- •Panther Academy does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.0).
- •East Hardin Middle School is the larger school with 775 students compared with 222.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Hardin Middle School better than Panther Academy?
On the Success Index (US), East Hardin Middle School ranks higher (70.0 vs 55.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Hardin Middle School and Panther Academy?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Elizabethtown and Elizabethtown in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Hardin Middle School: 775. Panther Academy: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Hardin Middle School and Panther Academy rank in Kentucky?
East Hardin Middle School is 25th of 217 and Panther Academy is 301st of 707 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).