Chet F. Harritt Elementary School serves 598 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1318 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1318 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Chet F. Harritt Elementary School?
598 students attend Chet F. Harritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, 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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Date
Registration Opens for ELP Fall, Winter, and Spring Break Camps
September 25, 2023 (Monday)
No School- Thanksgiving Break
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
ELP Fall Break Camp
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
ELP Fall Break Camp
November 21, 2023 (Tuesday)
ELP Fall Break Camp
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
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