Quick Stats (2025)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (22-23)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
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School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
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21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
n/a
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
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
How many students attend Harper?
1 students attend Harper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Harper students are White.
What school district is Harper part of?
Harper is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harper located?
Harper is located in the East Side Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side Costa Mesa.
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