Serving 761 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harte Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harte Elementary School's student population of 761 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Mascot
Bulldog
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Harte Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harte Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#5797 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Harte Elementary School's ranking?
Harte Elementary School is ranked #5797 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harte Elementary School often compared to?
Harte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Addams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harte Elementary School?
761 students attend Harte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harte Elementary School?
Harte Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harte Elementary School offer ?
Harte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harte Elementary School part of?
Harte Elementary School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harte Elementary School located?
Harte Elementary School is located in the North Long Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in North Long Beach.
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