Serving 599 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Towers Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Towers Elementary serves the northwest part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towers 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
Towers Elementary School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Towers 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 Towers Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
34%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
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)10%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Towers Elementary School's ranking?
Towers Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Towers Elementary School often compared to?
Towers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Towers Elementary School?
599 students attend Towers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Towers Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towers Elementary School?
Towers Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Towers Elementary School offer ?
Towers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Towers Elementary School part of?
Towers Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Towers Elementary School located?
Towers Elementary School is located in the Pacific South Bay neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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