Serving 983 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harvest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvest Elementary School's student population of 983 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvest Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4578 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvest Elementary School's ranking?
Harvest Elementary School is ranked #4578 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harvest Elementary School?
983 students attend Harvest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Harvest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harvest Elementary School?
Harvest Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harvest Elementary School offer ?
Harvest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harvest Elementary School part of?
Harvest Elementary School is part of Central Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvest Elementary School located?
Harvest Elementary School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in West Side.
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