Serving 626 students in grades 6-8, Calle Mayor Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Calle Mayor Middle serves the southwest part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calle Mayor Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calle Mayor Middle School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
626 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calle Mayor Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calle Mayor Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1313 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calle Mayor Middle School's ranking?
Calle Mayor Middle School is ranked #1313 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Calle Mayor Middle School often compared to?
Calle Mayor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madrona Middle School, Edward J. Richardson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Calle Mayor Middle School?
626 students attend Calle Mayor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Calle Mayor Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calle Mayor Middle School?
Calle Mayor Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calle Mayor Middle School offer ?
Calle Mayor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Calle Mayor Middle School part of?
Calle Mayor Middle School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Calle Mayor Middle School located?
Calle Mayor Middle School is located in the Southwood Riviera neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Southwood Riviera.
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