Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Yukon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yukon Elementary serves the northern part of Torrance, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yukon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Yukon Elementary School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yukon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yukon Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#3119 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yukon Elementary School's ranking?
Yukon Elementary School is ranked #3119 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yukon Elementary School often compared to?
Yukon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evelyn Carr Elementary School, Towers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Yukon Elementary School?
296 students attend Yukon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Yukon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yukon Elementary School?
Yukon Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yukon Elementary School offer ?
Yukon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Yukon Elementary School part of?
Yukon Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Yukon Elementary School located?
Yukon Elementary School is located in the Northwest Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Torrance.
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