Serving 382 students in grades 3-6, Ada W. Harris Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ada W. Harris Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cardiff By The Sea, CA, covering an area of 12.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ada W. Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ada W. Harris Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ada W. Harris Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ada W. Harris Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#778 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ada W. Harris Elementary School's ranking?
Ada W. Harris Elementary School is ranked #778 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ada W. Harris Elementary School?
382 students attend Ada W. Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ada W. Harris Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ada W. Harris Elementary School?
Ada W. Harris Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ada W. Harris Elementary School offer ?
Ada W. Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Ada W. Harris Elementary School part of?
Ada W. Harris Elementary School is part of Cardiff Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ada W. Harris Elementary School located?
Ada W. Harris Elementary School is located in the Cardiff neighborhood of Cardiff By The Sea, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cardiff.
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