Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Towers Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towers 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
Towers Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Towers Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Towers Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#578 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Towers Elementary School's ranking?
Towers Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Towers Elementary School often compared to?
Towers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Towers Elementary School?
576 students attend Towers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Towers Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Towers Elementary School?
Towers Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Towers Elementary School offer ?
Towers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Towers Elementary School part of?
Towers Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Towers Elementary School located?
Towers Elementary School is located in the Pacific South Bay neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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