Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walteria Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 77% 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: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walteria Elementary serves the southern part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walteria 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
Walteria Elementary School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walteria Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walteria Elementary 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
#58 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
45%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
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)9.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Walteria Elementary School's ranking?
Walteria Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Walteria Elementary School often compared to?
Walteria Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Walteria Elementary School?
650 students attend Walteria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Walteria Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walteria Elementary School?
Walteria Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Walteria Elementary School offer ?
Walteria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walteria Elementary School part of?
Walteria Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Walteria Elementary School located?
Walteria Elementary School is located in the Walteria neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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