Very Good
#2883 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Bret Harte Elementary
Elementary School · Burbank Unified
3200 West Jeffries Ave., Burbank, CA 91505
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,883 of 9,539
In Burbank
#12 of 29
public schools
In district
#5 of 18
Burbank Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Bret Harte Elementary
Bret Harte Elementary is a public elementary school in Burbank, CA, part of Burbank Unified. Bret Harte Elementary serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bret Harte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,883 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bret Harte Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bret Harte Elementary runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Bret Harte Elementary — Students at Bret Harte Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Bret Harte Elementary Compares
See how Bret Harte Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3200 West Jeffries Ave., Burbank, CA 91505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bret Harte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. R. L. Stevenson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, George Washington Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Burbank, see our Burbank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Burbank Unified Independent Learning Academy (BUILA) Burbank | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Luther Burbank Middle Burbank | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Providencia Elementary Burbank | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Burbank | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Burbank | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Magnolia Park Burbank | 0.9 mi | — |
| Monterey High (Continuation) Burbank | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| MEDIA CENTER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Burbank | 1.1 mi | — |
| BURBANK EDU-CARE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Burbank | 1.0 mi | — |
| BRIGHTON HALL SCHOOL Burbank | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL North Hollywood | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Brighton Hall Burbank | 1.2 mi | — |
| George Washington Elementary Burbank | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Burroughs High Burbank | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Willowcrest School North Hollywood | 1.4 mi | — |
| JOYCES TOLUCA LAKE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN North Hollywood | 1.4 mi | — |
| Oxnard Street Elementary North Hollywood | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| R. L. Stevenson Elementary Burbank | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI North Hollywood | 1.4 mi | — |
| Learning Trajectory Burbank | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,364
Median Home Value
$992,300
Median Rent
$2,284/mo
Population
31,843
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
38.7
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| BRIDGES Charter Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.3 |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
| Bayshore Daly City, CA | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Oak Park, CA | 7.3 |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach, CA | 7.3 |
| Carnelian Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bret Harte Elementary
What grades does Bret Harte Elementary serve?
Bret Harte Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bret Harte Elementary?
Bret Harte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bret Harte Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bret Harte Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bret Harte Elementary rank in CA?
Bret Harte Elementary ranks #2,883 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bret Harte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bret Harte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bret Harte Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bret Harte Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bret Harte Elementary a charter school?
No, Bret Harte Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bret Harte Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bret Harte Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bret Harte Elementary?
23.3% of students at Bret Harte Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (818) 729-1250
Resources & Links
District
Burbank Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,240
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,628
- District Rank
- #5 of 18
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