For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,090 students in 90501, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90501, CA are Torrance High School and Shery (Kurt T.) High (continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90501 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90501, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90501 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Torrance High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90501, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Torrance High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Carson St.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4396
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4396
Gr: 9-12 | 1,980 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Shery (Kurt T.) High (continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Vine St.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4440
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 533-4440
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Southern California Roc
Vocational School
2300 Crenshaw Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 224-4289
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 224-4289
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90501, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90501, CA include Torrance High School and Shery (Kurt T.) High (continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 90501?
3 public high schools are located in 90501.
What is the racial composition of students in 90501?
90501 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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