Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fern Elementary 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 59% (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 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fern Elementary serves the east part of Torrance, CA, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fern Elementary 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
Fern Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fern Elementary 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 Fern Elementary 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
#1431 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fern Elementary School's ranking?
Fern Elementary School is ranked #1431 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fern Elementary School often compared to?
Fern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Beardsley Elementary School, Hickory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Fern Elementary School?
473 students attend Fern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fern Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fern Elementary School?
Fern Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fern Elementary School offer ?
Fern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fern Elementary School part of?
Fern Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fern Elementary School located?
Fern Elementary School is located in the Madrona neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Madrona.
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