Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harding 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harding Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Harding Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#2334 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Harding Elementary School's ranking?
Harding Elementary School is ranked #2334 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harding Elementary School often compared to?
Harding Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont 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 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harding Elementary School?
474 students attend Harding Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Harding Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harding Elementary School?
Harding Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harding Elementary School offer ?
Harding Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harding Elementary School part of?
Harding Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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