Harry Wirtz Elementary School

About Harry Wirtz Elementary School

Harry Wirtz Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse community. The school is dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education that is tailored to their individual needs. The school offers a wide range of academic, arts, and extracurricular activities to help students reach their full potential.
At Harry Wirtz Elementary School, students are encouraged to be lifelong learners. The curriculum is designed to challenge students and help them develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. There is a strong emphasis on literacy, and students are taught to read, write, and think critically. The school also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and field trips.
The school is a safe and welcoming environment for all students. The staff and faculty strive to create an atmosphere that is respectful and supportive of all students. The school also has a strong commitment to community service and offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for students.
Harry Wirtz Elementary School is committed to providing students with a quality education and the opportunity to reach their full potential. With its diverse and supportive community, students are sure to have a positive and enriching experience.

Address:	8535 Contreras St. Paramount, CA 90723
Phone:	(562) 602-8068
Site:	paramount.k12.ca.us
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	518 students

Overview Harry Wirtz Elementary School

Harry Wirtz Elementary School serves 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Harry Wirtz Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Harry Wirtz Elementary School

Harry Wirtz Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Harry Wirtz Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.