Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chet F. Harritt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chet F. Harritt Elementary serves the southwest part of Santee, CA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2385 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chet F. Harritt Elementary School's ranking?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is ranked #2385 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chet F. Harritt Elementary School often compared to?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Oaks Elementary School, Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue, Rio Seco Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chet F. Harritt Elementary School?
606 students attend Chet F. Harritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chet F. Harritt Elementary School offer ?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chet F. Harritt Elementary School part of?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 09, 2027 (Wednesday)
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