For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,567 students in 90505, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90505, CA are Walteria Elementary School, Seaside Elementary School and Riviera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90505 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90505, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90505, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walteria Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24456 Madison St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4487
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4487
Grades: K-5
| 658 students
Rank: #22.
Seaside Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4651 Sharynne Ln.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4532
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4532
Grades: K-5
| 573 students
Rank: #33.
Riviera Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
365 Paseo De Arena
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Grades: K-5
| 612 students
Rank: #44.
Hickory Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2800 West 227th St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4672
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4672
Grades: K-5
| 842 students
Rank: #55.
Joseph Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 227th St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4524
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4524
Grades: K-5
| 604 students
Rank: #66.
Calle Mayor Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4800 Calle Mayor
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4548
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4548
Grades: 6-8
| 629 students
Rank: #77.
Edward J. Richardson Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23751 Nancy Lee Ln.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Grades: 6-8
| 649 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 90505, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 90505, CA include Walteria Elementary School, Seaside Elementary School and Riviera Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90505?
7 public elementary schools are located in 90505.
What is the racial composition of students in 90505?
90505 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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