Hardin Middle vs Orchard Farm Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 13 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 Middle School
ST Charles · Public middle · Grades 5–6
362 students
| Measure | Hardin Middle ST Charles, Missouri | Orchard Farm Middle School ST Charles, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 392 | #77 of 392 |
| National rank | #5458 of 15,369 | #4148 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 676 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 676 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 22.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 42% |
| city | ST Charles | ST Charles |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orchard Farm Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 60.1).
- •Hardin Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Orchard Farm Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 46%).
- •Orchard Farm Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 39.8%).
- •Hardin Middle does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.9).
- •Hardin Middle is the larger school with 676 students compared with 362.
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 Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Orchard Farm Middle School ranks higher (66.2 vs 60.1 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 Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between ST Charles and ST Charles in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin Middle: 676. Orchard Farm Middle School: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin Middle and Orchard Farm Middle School rank in Missouri?
Hardin Middle is 125th of 392 and Orchard Farm Middle School is 77th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).