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Harmony Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

899 East 42nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,942 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#473 of 563

public schools

In district

#686 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Harmony Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Harmony Elementary

Harmony Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Harmony Elementary serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,942 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Harmony Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Harmony Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism31.3%

Harmony Elementary — Students at Harmony Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
33%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
8.9%
ELA
13.8%
2024
Math
20.2%
ELA
20.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Harmony Elementary Compares

See how Harmony Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in CA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

899 East 42nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quincy Jones Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Center for Advanced Learning (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Wadsworth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.2 mi 5.6
George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles 0.2 mi 6.9
Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.8
Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 8.6
LOS ANGELES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.4 mi
Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 2.0
ISANA Himalia Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 3.5
Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.8
Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.3
Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.5
Forty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.7
Thomas Jefferson Senior High Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.8
Nava College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.6
Gabriella Charter 2 Los Angeles 0.6 mi 3.9
Trinity Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.4
Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.6
Ascot Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.7
Hooper Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.7
Aurora Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 4.7
Hooper Avenue Primary Center Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,781

Median Home Value

$575,200

Median Rent

$1,497/mo

Population

102,784

College Educated

6.2%

Homeownership

26.3%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony Elementary

What grades does Harmony Elementary serve?

Harmony Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harmony Elementary?

Harmony Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harmony Elementary rank in CA?

Harmony Elementary ranks #6,942 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Harmony Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Harmony Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Harmony Elementary a charter school?

No, Harmony Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harmony Elementary a Title I school?

No, Harmony Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Elementary?

93.8% of students at Harmony 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
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#686 of 769

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