Needs Improvement
#8874 of 9,539 schools in CA
H. W. Harkness Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
2147 54th Ave., Sacramento, CA 95822
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,874 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#169 of 198
public schools
In district
#57 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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H. W. Harkness Elementary
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About H. W. Harkness Elementary
H. W. Harkness Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified.
H. W. Harkness Elementary serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
H. W. Harkness Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,874 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for H. W. Harkness Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
H. W. Harkness Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
32% of students at H. W. Harkness Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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H. W. Harkness Elementary — Students at H. W. Harkness Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How H. W. Harkness Elementary Compares
See how H. W. Harkness 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
2147 54th Ave., Sacramento, CA 95822
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H. W. Harkness Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PATRICK ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pony Express Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Morse Therapeutic Center Sacramento | 0.5 mi | — |
| Woodbine Elementary Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Capital City Independent Study Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| John Bidwell Elementary Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Success Academy Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| Keys Ubuntu Academy Sacramento | 1.2 mi | — |
| John D. Sloat Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Edward Kemble Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Capitol Collegiate Academy Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| New Technology High Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Pony Express Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Intermediate Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Luther Burbank High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| John H. Still Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Patrick SUCCEED Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hollywood Park Elementary Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,835
Median Home Value
$438,400
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
37.6
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| Colfax Elementary Colfax, CA | 3.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido, CA | 3.7 |
| Highland Pacific Elementary Highland, CA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H. W. Harkness Elementary
What grades does H. W. Harkness Elementary serve?
H. W. Harkness Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend H. W. Harkness Elementary?
H. W. Harkness Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H. W. Harkness Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at H. W. Harkness Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H. W. Harkness Elementary rank in CA?
H. W. Harkness Elementary ranks #8,874 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is H. W. Harkness Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
H. W. Harkness Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 H. W. Harkness Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H. W. Harkness Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is H. W. Harkness Elementary a charter school?
No, H. W. Harkness Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H. W. Harkness Elementary a Title I school?
No, H. W. Harkness Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H. W. Harkness Elementary?
87.4% of students at H. W. Harkness 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4585
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #57 of 71
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