For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 908 students in 90502, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 75 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 90502, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90502, CA are Van Deene Avenue Elementary School and Meyler Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90502 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90502, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90502, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
826 West Javelin St.
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 320-8680
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 320-8680
Gr: K-6 | 326 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Meyler Street Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1123 West 223rd St.
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 328-3910
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 328-3910
Gr: K-5 | 582 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90502, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90502, CA include Van Deene Avenue Elementary School and Meyler Street Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90502?
2 public schools are located in 90502.
What percentage of students in 90502 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 90502 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90502?
90502 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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