Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Evelyn Carr Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Evelyn Carr Elementary serves the northern part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evelyn Carr Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a brighter future for all.
School Rankings
Evelyn Carr Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evelyn Carr Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#2545 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)23.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Evelyn Carr Elementary School's ranking?
Evelyn Carr Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Evelyn Carr Elementary School often compared to?
Evelyn Carr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Evelyn Carr Elementary School?
483 students attend Evelyn Carr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Evelyn Carr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evelyn Carr Elementary School?
Evelyn Carr Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Evelyn Carr Elementary School offer ?
Evelyn Carr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Evelyn Carr Elementary School part of?
Evelyn Carr Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Evelyn Carr Elementary School located?
Evelyn Carr Elementary School is located in the Northwest Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Torrance.
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