Serving 625 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chet F. Harritt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2385 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chet F. Harritt Elementary School's ranking?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is ranked #2385 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chet F. Harritt Elementary School often compared to?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Oaks Elementary School, Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue, Rio Seco Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chet F. Harritt Elementary School?
625 students attend Chet F. Harritt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chet F. Harritt Elementary School?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chet F. Harritt Elementary School offer ?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chet F. Harritt Elementary School part of?
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
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First Day of School
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School 2025-2026
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
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