Very Good
#2759 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Harding Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13060 Harding St., Sylmar, CA 91342
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,759 of 9,539
In Sylmar
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#298 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Harding Street Elementary
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About Harding Street Elementary
Harding Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Sylmar, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Harding Street Elementary serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harding Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,759 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harding Street Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Harding Street Elementary — Students at Harding Street Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.0/10.
How Harding Street Elementary Compares
See how Harding Street 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
13060 Harding St., Sylmar, CA 91342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harding Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista del Valle Dual Language Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hubbard Street Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sylmar, see our Sylmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,480
Median Home Value
$641,100
Median Rent
$1,965/mo
Population
93,513
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| Broad Avenue Elementary Wilmington, CA | 7.4 |
| C. W. Haman Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harding Street Elementary
What grades does Harding Street Elementary serve?
Harding Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harding Street Elementary?
Harding Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harding Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harding Street Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harding Street Elementary rank in CA?
Harding Street Elementary ranks #2,759 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harding Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harding Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Harding Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harding Street Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harding Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Harding Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harding Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harding Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harding Street Elementary?
77.1% of students at Harding Street 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
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (818) 365-9237
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #298 of 769
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