Best 90503 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,615 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 45% 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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90503, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anza Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
21400 Ellinwood Dr.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4559
Gr: K-5 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Towers Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5600 Towers St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4535
Gr: K-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Bert M. Lynn Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5038 Halison St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4495
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Victor Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4820 Spencer St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4542
Gr: K-5 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21717 Talisman St.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4794
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Fern Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1314 Fern Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4506
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Madrona Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
21364 Madrona Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 533-4562
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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