Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walteria 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 77%
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Walteria Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)77%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Walteria Elementary School?
620 students attend Walteria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Walteria Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% 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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