Hardin-Jefferson Independent School District
Hardin-Jefferson Independent School District is a private school district based in Sour Lake, Texas (USA). The district covers south central Hardin and northwestern Jefferson counties. In addition to Sour Lake, the district serves the cities of China, Nome, and Bevil Oaks, as well as the unincorporated community of Pinewood Estates. Hardin-Jefferson won the 2007 Boys Basketball State Championship, beating Abilene Wylie 56 to 44. In 2009, the school district was rated "recognized" by the Texas Education Agency.