Very Good
#3294 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Harbor City Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1508 West 254th St., Harbor City, CA 90710
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,294 of 9,539
In Harbor City
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#353 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Harbor City Elementary
Harbor City Elementary is a public elementary school in Harbor City, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Harbor City Elementary serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,294 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harbor City Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harbor City Elementary runs 20.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Harbor City Elementary — Students at Harbor City Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Harbor City Elementary Compares
See how Harbor City 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
1508 West 254th St., Harbor City, CA 90710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor City Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lomita), which scores notably higher. Another option is President Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, John Adams Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Torrance), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harbor City, see our Harbor City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,486
Median Home Value
$648,600
Median Rent
$1,547/mo
Population
26,777
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor City Elementary
What grades does Harbor City Elementary serve?
Harbor City Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harbor City Elementary?
Harbor City Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor City Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor City Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harbor City Elementary rank in CA?
Harbor City Elementary ranks #3,294 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harbor City Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor City Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Harbor City Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harbor City Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harbor City Elementary a charter school?
No, Harbor City Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harbor City Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harbor City Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harbor City Elementary?
92.7% of students at Harbor City 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
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (310) 326-5075
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #353 of 769
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