Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seaside 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 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seaside 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
Diversity
School Overview
Seaside Elementary School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seaside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seaside Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#505 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seaside Elementary School's ranking?
Seaside Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Seaside Elementary School often compared to?
Seaside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Arnold Elementary School, Riviera Elementary School, Walteria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Seaside Elementary School?
503 students attend Seaside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Seaside Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seaside Elementary School?
Seaside Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Seaside Elementary School offer ?
Seaside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Seaside Elementary School part of?
Seaside Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Seaside Elementary School located?
Seaside Elementary School is located in the Seaside neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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