Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harrington 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrington Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrington Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8294 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrington Elementary School's ranking?
Harrington Elementary School is ranked #8294 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harrington Elementary School often compared to?
Harrington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norman R. Brekke Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harrington Elementary School?
540 students attend Harrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Harrington Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrington Elementary School?
Harrington Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Harrington Elementary School offer ?
Harrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harrington Elementary School part of?
Harrington Elementary School is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrington Elementary School located?
Harrington Elementary School is located in the Cal Gisler neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cal Gisler.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 11, 2025 (Friday)
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