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Ira Harbison

National Elementary · San Diego County · 3235 EastEighth Street, National City, CA 91950-3116

(619) 336-8200

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6/10
#2849
Rank 2849 out of 5,722
Top 50%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2786 · 51st percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3155 · 45th percentile
Science6/10 · #2496 · 55th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Ira Harbison sits in the heart of National City, a tight-knit community just south of downtown San Diego with a strong working-class identity and deep Latino roots. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid neighborhood option for families who value being part of a close community rather than chasing rankings. Families drawn to the area tend to appreciate the easy access to San Diego's job centers and the genuine sense of belonging that comes with a smaller, community-rooted district like National Elementary.

Student Demographics

200 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
130 (65%)
Filipino
54 (27%)
African American
6 (3%)
Multiple Races
3 (2%)
Other
7 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners95 (48%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged153 (77%)
Students with Disabilities40 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

393
Enrollment
17
Teachers (FTE)
23.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.5
Administrators (FTE)
25.2
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 Programs7/10 · #2263 · 63rd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found