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Harte Elementary

Elementary School · Long Beach Unified

1671 East Phillips St., Long Beach, CA 90805

Enrollment

761

Student-Teacher

28.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,239 of 9,539

In Long Beach

#51 of 77

public schools

In district

#58 of 82

Long Beach Unified

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Harte Elementary

5.6/10

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

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About Harte Elementary

Harte Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Harte Elementary serves approximately 761 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 28.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,239 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Harte Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Harte Elementary runs 28.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

46% of students at Harte 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 Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,539
Chronic Absenteeism46.3%

Harte Elementary — Students at Harte Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 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
66%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
21%
2021*
Math
21%
2022
Math
27.1%
ELA
33.6%
2024
Math
34.4%
ELA
39.8%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Harte Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in CA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
28:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

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

1671 East Phillips St., Long Beach, CA 90805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harte Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riley Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Gethsemane Baptist Christian Long Beach 0.5 mi
GETHSEMANE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Long Beach 0.5 mi 8.1
SPECTRUM CENTER- LONG BEACH MIDDLE MARKET STREET Long Beach 0.6 mi 7.5
Lindbergh STEM Academy Long Beach 0.7 mi 7.0
Grant Elementary Long Beach 0.9 mi 4.3
Barton Elementary Long Beach 1.0 mi 4.8
St. Athanasius Elementary Long Beach 0.9 mi
ST ATHANASIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 0.9 mi 5.4
Jordan High Long Beach 1.2 mi 6.4
Addams Elementary Long Beach 1.2 mi 4.8
St. Pancratius Lakewood 1.2 mi
ST PANCRATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood 1.3 mi 6.8
Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood 1.3 mi 7.5
Hamilton Middle Long Beach 1.6 mi 5.9
McKinley Elementary Long Beach 1.5 mi 7.1
Riley Elementary Lakewood 1.5 mi 7.3
Buena Vista High Lakewood 1.4 mi 7.0
Madison Elementary Lakewood 1.6 mi 5.1
Holmes Elementary Lakewood 1.5 mi 7.9
Captain Raymond Collins Long Beach 1.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,615

Median Home Value

$588,500

Median Rent

$1,664/mo

Population

94,631

College Educated

17.5%

Homeownership

42.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harte Elementary

What grades does Harte Elementary serve?

Harte Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harte Elementary?

Harte Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 761 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harte Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harte Elementary is 28.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harte Elementary rank in CA?

Harte Elementary ranks #6,239 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Harte Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harte Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Harte Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harte Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Harte Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Harte Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

79.0% of students at Harte 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
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
761
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

District

Long Beach Unified
District Enrollment
63,966
Schools in District
82
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,539
District Rank
#58 of 82

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