BRET HARTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bret Harte Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Burbank Unified school district, located in Burbank, CA with about 575 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Bret Harte Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bret Harte Elementary is a well-established public school located in the Magnolia Park neighborhood of Burbank, California. Serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the Burbank Unified School District. It is recognized for its strong focus on community, academic foundation, and a nurturing environment designed to support the developmental needs of young learners.

The school is highly regarded for its active parent involvement and its dedication to providing a balanced curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects and enrichment programs. With its convenient location on Jeffries Avenue, the campus serves as a central hub for local families, maintaining a traditional neighborhood school atmosphere while preparing students for success in the middle and high school years within the Burbank school system.

For more information, contact Bret Harte Elementary at (818) 558-5533 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.