Excellent
#991 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Harbor View Elementary
Elementary School · Newport-Mesa Unified
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#991 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#12 of 39
public schools
In district
#12 of 31
Newport-Mesa Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Harbor View Elementary
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About Harbor View Elementary
Harbor View Elementary is a public elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Newport-Mesa Unified. Harbor View Elementary serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #991 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harbor View Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Harbor View Elementary — Students at Harbor View Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
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: 7.5/10.
How Harbor View Elementary Compares
See how Harbor View 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
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newport Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Roy O. Andersen Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Newport Coast Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISEA - International Newport Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HARBOR DAY SCHOOL Corona Del Mar | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Roy O. Andersen Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Our Lady Queen of Angels School Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| Corona del Mar High Costa Mesa | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MATTHEWS MONTESSORI Newport Beach | 2.1 mi | — |
| NEWPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport Beach | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| 2e4Me Academy Newport Beach | 2.7 mi | — |
| Eastbluff Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Newport Coast Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Mariners Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Newport Harbor High Costa Mesa | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Sage Hill School Newport Coast | 2.9 mi | — |
| Newport Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.8 mi | 9.4 |
| TVT COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Irvine | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| University Montessori School of Irvine Irvine | 3.2 mi | — |
| Horace Ensign Intermediate Costa Mesa | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,627
Median Home Value
$1,037,700
Median Rent
$2,520/mo
Population
50,569
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
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|---|---|
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 8.4 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.4 |
| Carmel River Elementary Carmel, CA | 8.4 |
| Chualar Elementary Chualar, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor View Elementary
What grades does Harbor View Elementary serve?
Harbor View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Harbor View Elementary?
Harbor View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor View Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harbor View Elementary rank in CA?
Harbor View Elementary ranks #991 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harbor View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harbor View Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harbor View Elementary a charter school?
No, Harbor View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harbor View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harbor View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harbor View Elementary?
15.7% of students at Harbor View 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
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (949) 515-6940
Resources & Links
District
Newport-Mesa Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,768
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,064
- District Rank
- #12 of 31
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