Harding High School is a public high school in the Marion City School District in Marion, Ohio. The school is home to about 201 students and has a student-teacher ratio of about 19:1. A wide educational experience with a wide range of academic and extracurricular offerings. Harding High School offers Advanced Placement coursework and exams . The AP participation rate at Harding High School is about 21 %. Harding High School also offers career-technical education, athletics, fine arts and college readiness programs . The student body is a diverse community with approximately 33% minority enrollment and a broad spectrum of cultural and academic backgrounds. Academic performance data shows mathematics proficiency at approximately 25% and reading proficiency at approximately 41% while the school continues to focus on student achievement and academic support initiatives. Students also have access to SAT and ACT testing opportunities as part of future college and career planning. District officials said the roughly $13,000 in annual per-pupil spending helps fund instructional resources and student services. Harding High School is located in a neighborhood with a history of preserving its character and encouraging local participation. The school is known for its range of programs and student activities, as well as its commitment to preparing students for their educational and career paths, and it is one of the best high schools in Ohio.