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Harvest Elementary
Elementary School · Central Unified
6514 West Gettysburg Ave., Fresno, CA 93723
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher
28.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher
28.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,380 of 9,539
In Fresno
#130 of 175
public schools
In district
#14 of 23
Central Unified
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About Harvest Elementary
Harvest Elementary is a public elementary school in Fresno, CA, part of Central Unified. Harvest Elementary serves approximately 983 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 28.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harvest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,380 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harvest Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Harvest Elementary runs 28.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Harvest Elementary — Students at Harvest Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.2/10.
How Harvest Elementary Compares
See how Harvest 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
6514 West Gettysburg Ave., Fresno, CA 93723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawless Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norman Liddell Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Herndon-Barstow Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glacier Point Middle Fresno | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Justin Garza High Fresno | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Teague Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Herndon-Barstow Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Central East High Fresno | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Fresno | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| William Saroyan Elementary Fresno | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| River Bluff Elementary Fresno | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Elementary Fresno | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Rio Vista Middle Fresno | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| John Steinbeck Elementary Fresno | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Elephant Owl School of SAT Sciences Fresno | 2.7 mi | — |
| Crescent View South II Fresno | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Fresno California Academy Fresno | 2.5 mi | — |
| Lawless Elementary Fresno | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| El Capitan Middle Fresno | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Norman Liddell Elementary Fresno | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| McKinley Elementary Fresno | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Central Unified Alternative/Opportunity Fresno | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Figarden Elementary Fresno | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,295
Median Home Value
$460,400
Median Rent
$1,598/mo
Population
14,158
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvest Elementary
What grades does Harvest Elementary serve?
Harvest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Harvest Elementary?
Harvest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 983 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvest Elementary is 28.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harvest Elementary rank in CA?
Harvest Elementary ranks #6,380 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harvest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Harvest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvest Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harvest Elementary a charter school?
No, Harvest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harvest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harvest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harvest Elementary?
74.1% of students at Harvest 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 983
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (559) 271-0420
Resources & Links
District
Central Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,956
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,205
- District Rank
- #14 of 23
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