Excellent
#766 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Harding Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
13060 Harding St., Sylmar, CA 91342
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sylmar
#6 of 13
public schools
California elementary schools
#561 of 5,817
In district
#211 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Harding Street Elementary
Harding Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Sylmar, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 358 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92nd percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 38% proficiency in math, 1 points below the state average and 55% in reading/language arts, 9 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $95,480, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
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 10 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: 7.9/10.
How Harding Street Elementary Compares
See how Harding Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 37.06% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 55.24% (2024).
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 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hubbard Street Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vista del Valle Dual Language Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), with a very similar 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Harding Street Elementary has a median household income of $95,480. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $641,100, with a median rent of $1,965/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.4 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.4 |
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 is ranked #766 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Harding Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harding Street Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Harding Street Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harding Street Elementary has 38.2% math proficiency and 54.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 31 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 40 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 30 Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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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
- Phone
- (818) 365-9237
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #211 of 769
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