Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harbor City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor City Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harbor City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor City Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4574 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor City Elementary School's ranking?
Harbor City Elementary School is ranked #4574 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harbor City Elementary School often compared to?
Harbor City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like President Avenue Elementary School, Normont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harbor City Elementary School?
427 students attend Harbor City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harbor City Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor City Elementary School?
Harbor City Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harbor City Elementary School offer ?
Harbor City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harbor City Elementary School part of?
Harbor City Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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