The Torrance School, also known as Torrance High School Annex and originally as Torrance Elementary School, is located on the campus of Torrance High School in Torrance, southwestern Los Angeles County, California.
Serving 1,980 students in grades 9-12, Torrance High School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,980 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Torrance High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Torrance High School's student population of 1,980 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1917
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Torrance High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Torrance High School is 0.71, 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
#1324 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrance High School's ranking?
Torrance High School is ranked #1324 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Torrance High School often compared to?
Torrance High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Torrance High School?
The graduation rate of Torrance High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Torrance High School?
1,980 students attend Torrance High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Torrance High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrance High School?
Torrance High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Torrance High School offer ?
Torrance High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Torrance High School part of?
Torrance High School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Torrance High School located?
Torrance High School is located in the Old Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Old Torrance.
School Reviews
5 12/15/2008
One of the best schools in the Southbay. I was very fortunate to attend.
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