H. W. HARKNESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

H. W. Harkness Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sacramento City Unified school district, located in Sacramento, CA with about 373 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 17 teachers, H. W. Harkness 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.

H. W. Harkness Elementary School, located in the Fruitridge/Stockton Boulevard area of Sacramento, serves a diverse student population as part of the Sacramento City Unified School District. The school is known for its focus on providing a structured, supportive environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and social-emotional development. By leveraging a variety of instructional strategies, the school aims to meet the needs of its diverse learners, including English language learners and students from various socioeconomic backgrounds, while fostering a strong sense of community among students, parents, and staff.

Beyond its core curriculum, H. W. Harkness places a significant emphasis on building a positive school culture. The campus is actively involved in initiatives designed to encourage student engagement and parent participation, recognizing that a collaborative partnership between home and school is essential for student success. Through various extracurricular programs and community-focused events, the school works to ensure that students not only excel in their studies but also develop the interpersonal skills and character traits necessary to succeed in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact H. W. Harkness Elementary at (916) 433-5042 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.