Harding Elementary vs Myford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 213 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harding Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
542 students
Myford Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–5
542 students
| Measure | Harding Elementary Bakersfield, California | Myford Elementary Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3462 of 5,693 | #692 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39521 of 50,301 | #9735 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 542 | 542 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 542 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 76% |
| city | Bakersfield | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Myford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 28.5).
- •Myford Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 28%).
- •Myford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 47%).
- •Myford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.2% vs 81.2%).
- •Harding Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 27.1).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Harding Elementary better than Myford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Myford Elementary ranks higher (72.3 vs 28.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Harding Elementary and Myford Elementary?
About 213 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harding Elementary: 542. Myford Elementary: 542. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harding Elementary and Myford Elementary rank in California?
Harding Elementary is 3462nd of 5,693 and Myford Elementary is 692nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).