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Harding Elementary

Bakersfield City · Kern County · 3201 Pico Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306-3531

(661) 631-5300 · harding.bcsd.com

3/10
#4167
Rank 4167 out of 5,722
Top 73%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3842 · 33rd percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #4457 · 22nd percentile
Science4/10 · #3860 · 31st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Harding Elementary sits in the eastern side of Bakersfield, a sprawling Central Valley city where the cost of living is manageable and the community ties run deep. The school serves a neighborhood where many families have been rooted for generations, and while test scores place it in the lower third statewide, it's the kind of school where staff tend to know students by name. Families who prioritize a close-knit, familiar environment over a highly competitive academic setting may find it a comfortable fit for their younger kids.

Student Demographics

309 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
248 (80%)
White
38 (12%)
African American
15 (5%)
Multiple Races
5 (2%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners61 (20%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged256 (83%)
Students with Disabilities34 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

542
Enrollment
28.4
Teachers (FTE)
19.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
20.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #4687 · 23rd percentile

36 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found