Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harte (Bret) Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harte (Bret) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harte (Bret) Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
White and Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
A Thriving Community School
School Rankings
Harte (Bret) Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harte (Bret) Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9023 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
19%
5%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harte (Bret) Elementary School's ranking?
Harte (Bret) Elementary School is ranked #9023 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harte (Bret) Elementary School often compared to?
Harte (Bret) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like City Arts & Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harte (Bret) Elementary School?
257 students attend Harte (Bret) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Harte (Bret) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harte (Bret) Elementary School?
Harte (Bret) Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harte (Bret) Elementary School offer ?
Harte (Bret) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harte (Bret) Elementary School part of?
Harte (Bret) Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Harte (Bret) Elementary School located?
Harte (Bret) Elementary School is located in the Bret Harte neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Bret Harte.
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