HARRIETTE KIRSCHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Harriette Kirschen Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Modesto City Elementary school district, located in Modesto, CA with about 633 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 26 teachers, Harriette Kirschen Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Harriette Kirschen Elementary is a public school located in the airport neighborhood of Modesto, California, serving students in grades TK–6 as part of the Modesto City Schools district. The school is named in honor of Harriette Kirschen, a dedicated educator who spent over four decades serving the students and families of the Modesto community. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school emphasizes foundational academic skills while striving to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student population.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Harriette Kirschen Elementary is known for its commitment to fostering a positive school culture and community engagement. The staff works to implement programs that support social-emotional learning and student development, aiming to prepare children for success in middle school and beyond. By maintaining strong ties with local families and utilizing the resources provided by the Modesto City Schools district, the campus serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, dedicated to fostering both educational growth and civic responsibility.

For more information, contact Harriette Kirschen Elementary at (209) 576-4611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.