Serving 587 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph Arnold Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Arnold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph Arnold Elementary School's student population of 587 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Arnold Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Arnold Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1022 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
22%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Joseph Arnold Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Arnold Elementary School is ranked #1022 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joseph Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Arnold Elementary School?
587 students attend Joseph Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Joseph Arnold Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Arnold Elementary School?
Joseph Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Joseph Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joseph Arnold Elementary School part of?
Joseph Arnold Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph Arnold Elementary School located?
Joseph Arnold Elementary School is located in the Southwood Riviera neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Southwood Riviera.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
School OPEN
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
No School: Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last day
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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