Hardin Middle vs Orchard Farm High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardin Middle
ST Charles · Public middle · Grades 7–8
676 students
Orchard Farm High School
St. Charles · Public high · Grades 9–12
698 students
| Measure | Hardin Middle ST Charles, Missouri | Orchard Farm High School St. Charles, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 392 | #190 of 497 |
| National rank | #5458 of 15,369 | #6732 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 676 | 698 |
| Enrollment | 676 | 698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 17.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 17% |
| city | ST Charles | St. Charles |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.1 vs 56.3).
- •Hardin Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 17%).
- •Orchard Farm High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 46%).
- •Orchard Farm High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.2% vs 39.8%).
- •Hardin Middle does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 16.6).
- •Orchard Farm High School is the larger school with 698 students compared with 676.
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 Hardin Middle better than Orchard Farm High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin Middle ranks higher (60.1 vs 56.3 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 Hardin Middle and Orchard Farm High School?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between ST Charles and St. Charles in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin Middle: 676. Orchard Farm High School: 698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin Middle and Orchard Farm High School rank in Missouri?
Hardin Middle is 125th of 392 and Orchard Farm High School is 190th of 497 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).