Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hardy Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hardy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hardy Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Hardy 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 Hardy Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Diego Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardy Elementary School's ranking?
Hardy Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hardy Elementary School often compared to?
Hardy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hearst Elementary School, Language Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hardy Elementary School?
353 students attend Hardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Hardy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hardy Elementary School?
Hardy Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hardy Elementary School offer ?
Hardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hardy Elementary School part of?
Hardy Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hardy Elementary School located?
Hardy Elementary School is located in the College West neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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