Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harding University Partnership ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harding University Partnership serves the southwest part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harding University Partnership's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Harding HAWKS! HONOR, AGENCY, WONDER, KNOWLEDGE
School Rankings
Harding University Partnership ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding University Partnership is 0.38, 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-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 Harding University Partnership's ranking?
Harding University Partnership is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harding University Partnership often compared to?
Harding University Partnershipis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harding University Partnership?
364 students attend Harding University Partnership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harding University Partnership students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding University Partnership?
Harding University Partnership has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harding University Partnership offer ?
Harding University Partnership offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harding University Partnership part of?
Harding University Partnership is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harding University Partnership located?
Harding University Partnership is located in the Westside neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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