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#528 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 30% of private schools
Harbor Day School
Elementary School
3443 PACIFIC VIEW DR, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#528 of 1,787
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Harbor Day School
Elementary School in Corona Del Mar · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harbor Day School
Harbor Day School is a private elementary school in Corona Del Mar, CA. Harbor Day School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #528 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Harbor Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harbor Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3443 PACIFIC VIEW DR, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roy O. Andersen Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Costa Mesa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newport Coast Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Costa Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harbor View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Costa Mesa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corona Del Mar, see our Corona Del Mar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Roy O. Andersen Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Harbor View Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ISEA - International Newport Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST MATTHEWS MONTESSORI Newport Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Newport Coast Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Our Lady Queen of Angels School Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| Corona del Mar High Costa Mesa | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Sage Hill School Newport Coast | 2.1 mi | — |
| TVT COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Irvine | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Vista Verde Irvine | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| TVT Community Day School Irvine | 2.4 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irvine | 2.5 mi | — |
| University Montessori School of Irvine Irvine | 2.5 mi | — |
| 2e4Me Academy Newport Beach | 2.6 mi | — |
| Eastbluff Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FCE HIGH SCHOOL Irvine | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Bonita Canyon Elementary Irvine | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92625 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$197,628
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
12,328
College Educated
72.7%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
51.7
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCEND Oakland, CA | 6.9 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose, CA | 6.9 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonny View Elementary Redding, CA | 6.9 |
| Castle Park Elementary Chula Vista, CA | 6.9 |
| Ceres Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor Day School
What grades does Harbor Day School serve?
Harbor Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Harbor Day School?
Harbor Day School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Day School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harbor Day School rank in CA?
Harbor Day School ranks #528 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Harbor Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harbor Day School a private school?
Yes, Harbor Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Harbor Day School a religious school?
No, Harbor Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 640-1410
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