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#6943 of 9,539 schools in CA
Harvard Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
330 North Harvard Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,943 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#474 of 563
public schools
In district
#687 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Harvard Elementary
Harvard Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Harvard Elementary serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,943 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harvard Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Harvard 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
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Harvard Elementary — Students at Harvard Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Harvard Elementary Compares
See how Harvard 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
330 North Harvard Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Everest Value (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexandria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles H. Kim Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Cahuenga Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| St. Brendan Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Champion of Life Academy Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Gateway Online High School Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Frank del Olmo Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Van Ness Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Virgil Middle Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Kingsley Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Brawerman Elementary East Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Everest Value Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| BRAWERMAN ELEMENTARY EAST OF WILSHIRE BLVD TEMPLE Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ramona Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Central City Value Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| New Covenant Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,655
Median Home Value
$1,457,200
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
58,844
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
16.9%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvard Elementary
What grades does Harvard Elementary serve?
Harvard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Harvard Elementary?
Harvard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvard 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 Harvard Elementary rank in CA?
Harvard Elementary ranks #6,943 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harvard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvard 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 Harvard Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvard Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harvard Elementary a charter school?
No, Harvard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harvard Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harvard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harvard Elementary?
96.0% of students at Harvard 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
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (323) 953-4540
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #687 of 769
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