HART-RANSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hart-Ransom Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hart-Ransom Union Elementary school district, located in Modesto, CA with about 825 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 38 teachers, Hart-Ransom Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Hart-Ransom Elementary School, located in Modesto, California, serves as the central hub of the Hart-Ransom Union School District. As a TK–8 institution, the school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development. The school prides itself on providing a balanced educational experience that integrates core curriculum standards with extracurricular opportunities, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school’s philosophy centers on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through active engagement and personalized instruction. By maintaining a focus on strong home-school partnerships and utilizing its semi-rural setting to provide unique learning opportunities, Hart-Ransom strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive culture. With a dedicated staff and a long-standing presence in the Modesto area, the school remains committed to equipping its students with the critical thinking skills and social foundations necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Hart-Ransom Elementary at (209) 523-9979 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.