HARTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harte Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Long Beach Unified school district, located in Long Beach, CA with about 902 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 32 teachers, Harte Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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.

Harte Elementary School, located in the North Long Beach area, serves a diverse student body within the Long Beach Unified School District. As a neighborhood school, it focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive campus environment, working closely with local families to address the unique academic and cultural needs of the community it serves.

Academically, Harte Elementary implements curriculum standards designed to prepare students for middle school success while fostering a positive school climate. The school often utilizes various district resources and extracurricular programs to encourage student engagement beyond the classroom. By prioritizing collaborative learning and consistent communication between staff and parents, Harte Elementary strives to be a stable educational anchor for the children residing in the 90805 zip code.

For more information, contact Harte Elementary at (562) 428-0333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.