Serving 378 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding University Partnership ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harding University Partnership's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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 0.31, 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
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
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 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?
378 students attend Harding University Partnership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harding University Partnership students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 5% 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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