For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,225 students in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA.
The neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA public schools have a diversity score of 0.73, which is more than the California public school average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riviera Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
365 Paseo De Arena
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Edward J. Richardson Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23751 Nancy Lee Ln.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA include Riviera Elementary School and Edward J. Richardson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance?
the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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