Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Torrance Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Torrance Elementary School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Torrance Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Torrance Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#3448 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
66%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrance Elementary School's ranking?
Torrance Elementary School is ranked #3448 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Torrance Elementary School?
489 students attend Torrance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Torrance Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrance Elementary School?
Torrance Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Torrance Elementary School offer ?
Torrance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Torrance Elementary School part of?
Torrance Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Torrance Elementary School located?
Torrance Elementary School is located in the Old Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Old Torrance.
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