Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howard Wood 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Howard Wood Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Wood Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2067 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
51%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Wood Elementary School is ranked #2067 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Howard Wood Elementary School often compared to?
Howard Wood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams Elementary School, Lomita Math/science/technology Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howard Wood Elementary School?
343 students attend Howard Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Howard Wood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Wood Elementary School?
Howard Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Howard Wood Elementary School offer ?
Howard Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Howard Wood Elementary School part of?
Howard Wood Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Wood Elementary School located?
Howard Wood Elementary School is located in the Southeast Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Southeast Torrance.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Students last day of school
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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