For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,300 students in 90501, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90501, CA are John Adams Elementary School, Howard Wood Elementary School and Halldale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90501 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90501, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90501, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Adams Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2121 238th St.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4480
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4480
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Howard Wood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2250 West 235th St.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4484
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4484
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Halldale Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21514 Halldale Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-3100
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-3100
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Torrance Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2125 Lincoln Ave.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4500
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4500
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
J. H. Hull Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2080 West 231st St.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4516
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4516
Gr: 6-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90501, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90501, CA include John Adams Elementary School, Howard Wood Elementary School and Halldale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90501?
5 public elementary schools are located in 90501.
What is the racial composition of students in 90501?
90501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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