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Harriette Kirschen Elementary

Modesto City Elementary · Stanislaus County · 1900 Kirschen Drive, Modesto, CA 95351-2916

(209) 576-4611

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1/10
#5266
Rank 5266 out of 5,722
Top 92%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5308 · 7th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #5091 · 11th percentile
Science2/10 · #5016 · 10th percentile

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School Overview

Harriette Kirschen Elementary serves a working-class neighborhood in west Modesto, where families are deeply rooted in the community and the school reflects that close-knit spirit. Academics here are a work in progress, with test scores below state averages across English, math, and science, so families who prioritize strong academics may want to weigh their options carefully or plan to supplement learning at home. Modesto itself is a Central Valley city with affordable housing and a strong agricultural heritage, making it a practical place to raise a family — but like many districts in the area, the schools vary widely in resources and outcomes.

Student Demographics

256 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
217 (85%)
Asian
18 (7%)
White
13 (5%)
Multiple Races
4 (2%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners134 (52%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged249 (97%)
Students with Disabilities42 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

503
Enrollment
22.3
Teachers (FTE)
22.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
12.2
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 Programs4/10 · #4017 · 34th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found