Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Hermosa View Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermosa View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hermosa View Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermosa View Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermosa View Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
31%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermosa View Elementary School's ranking?
Hermosa View Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hermosa View Elementary School often compared to?
Hermosa View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hermosa View Elementary School?
427 students attend Hermosa View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hermosa View Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermosa View Elementary School?
Hermosa View Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hermosa View Elementary School offer ?
Hermosa View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Hermosa View Elementary School part of?
Hermosa View Elementary School is part of Hermosa Beach City Elementary School District.
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