Below Average
#7580 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ira Harbison
Elementary School · National Elementary
3235 EastEighth St., National City, CA 91950
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,580 of 9,539
In National City
#5 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
National Elementary
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Ira Harbison
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About Ira Harbison
Ira Harbison is a public elementary school in National City, CA, part of National Elementary. Ira Harbison serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ira Harbison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,580 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ira Harbison show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ira Harbison runs 21.9:1 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.
37% of students at Ira Harbison 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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Ira Harbison — Students at Ira Harbison 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
74.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.7/10.
How Ira Harbison Compares
See how Ira Harbison 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
3235 EastEighth St., National City, CA 91950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ira Harbison may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nye Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethune K-8 (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, El Toyon Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in National City, see our National City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmer Way National City | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Paradise Hills Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Nye Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Faithful Ambassadors Bible Baptist Academy National City | 0.9 mi | — |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Perry Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Granger Junior High National City | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| El Toyon Elementary National City | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Acres National City | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Rancho de la Nacion National City | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Las Palmas National City | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Ingenuity Charter San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| The O'Farrell Charter San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Knox Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pacific View Leadership Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,858
Median Home Value
$580,700
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
57,173
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.3
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| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
| Binkley Elementary Charter Santa Rosa, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ira Harbison
What grades does Ira Harbison serve?
Ira Harbison serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ira Harbison?
Ira Harbison has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ira Harbison?
The student-teacher ratio at Ira Harbison is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ira Harbison rank in CA?
Ira Harbison ranks #7,580 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ira Harbison's MySchoolScout rating?
Ira Harbison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Ira Harbison?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ira Harbison has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ira Harbison a charter school?
No, Ira Harbison is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ira Harbison a Title I school?
No, Ira Harbison is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ira Harbison?
74.2% of students at Ira Harbison 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (619) 336-8200
Resources & Links
District
National Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,200
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,721
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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