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Harding Elementary

West Contra Costa Unified · Contra Costa County · 7230 Fairmont Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530-3797

(510) 231-1413

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8/10
#1387
Rank 1387 out of 5,722
Top 24%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1460 · 75th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1664 · 71st percentile
Science9/10 · #843 · 85th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the hills of El Cerrito — a quiet, walkable city that sits between Berkeley and Richmond — Harding Elementary draws families who want a strong neighborhood school without the intensity of the more competitive East Bay districts. Science is a real standout here, and the school's solid across-the-board scores reflect a community that takes education seriously while still feeling grounded and approachable. El Cerrito itself has a small-town feel with easy BART access to the broader Bay Area, making it a sweet spot for families who want that balance of community warmth and urban convenience.

Student Demographics

260 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
81 (31%)
Hispanic
59 (23%)
Asian
53 (20%)
Multiple Races
49 (19%)
African American
14 (5%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners49 (19%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged96 (37%)
Students with Disabilities34 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

481
Enrollment
23.3
Teachers (FTE)
20.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
23.4
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 Programs10/10 · #396 · 94th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found