Serving 847 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hickory Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hickory Elementary serves the southern part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory 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
Hickory Elementary School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
847 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hickory Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#588 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
52%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)12.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Hickory Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hickory Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hickory Elementary School?
847 students attend Hickory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hickory Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Elementary School?
Hickory Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hickory Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hickory Elementary School part of?
Hickory Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
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