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 1,879 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 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 25:1 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,879 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Torrance High serves the southeast part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Torrance High School's student population of 1,879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,879 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
Campus Size
9 acres
School Motto
HOME TO OVER 100 YEARS OF TARTAR PRIDE AND TRADITION
School Rankings
Torrance High 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 Torrance High School is 0.70, 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
#1585 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrance High School's ranking?
Torrance High School is ranked #1585 out of 9,523 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 West High School, South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Torrance High School?
1,879 students attend Torrance High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Torrance High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Torrance High School?
Torrance High School has a student ration of 25:1, 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 10/10/2025
One of the best schools in the Southbay. I was very fortunate to attend.
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