Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harvest Elementary School ranks in the top 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvest Elementary serves the northwest part of Delano, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvest Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Succeed
School Rankings
Harvest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvest Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#4424 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvest Elementary School's ranking?
Harvest Elementary School is ranked #4424 out of 9,523 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harvest Elementary School?
365 students attend Harvest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Harvest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvest Elementary School?
Harvest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harvest Elementary School offer ?
Harvest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harvest Elementary School part of?
Harvest Elementary School is part of Delano Union Elementary School District.
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