For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,614 students in 90503, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90503, CA are Anza Elementary School, Towers Elementary School and Bert M. Lynn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90503 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90503, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90503, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anza Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
21400 Ellinwood Dr.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4559
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4559
Gr: K-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Towers Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5600 Towers St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4535
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4535
Gr: K-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Bert M. Lynn Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5038 Halison St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4495
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4495
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Victor Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4820 Spencer St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4542
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4542
Gr: K-5 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21717 Talisman St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4794
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4794
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Fern Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1314 Fern Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4506
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4506
Gr: K-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Madrona Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21364 Madrona Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4562
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4562
Gr: 6-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90503, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90503, CA include Anza Elementary School, Towers Elementary School and Bert M. Lynn Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90503?
7 public elementary schools are located in 90503.
What is the racial composition of students in 90503?
90503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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