For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,353 students in 90505, CA (there are , serving 181 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 90505, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 90505, CA are Walteria Elementary School, Seaside Elementary School and Riviera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90505 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90505, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90505, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walteria Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24456 Madison St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4487
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4487
Grades: K-5
| 658 students
Rank: #22.
Seaside Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4651 Sharynne Ln.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4532
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4532
Grades: K-5
| 573 students
Rank: #33.
Riviera Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
365 Paseo De Arena
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Grades: K-5
| 612 students
Rank: #44.
Hickory Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2800 West 227th St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4672
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4672
Grades: K-5
| 842 students
Rank: #55.
South High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4801 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4352
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4352
Grades: 9-12
| 1,786 students
Rank: #66.
Joseph Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 227th St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4524
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4524
Grades: K-5
| 604 students
Rank: #77.
Calle Mayor Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4800 Calle Mayor
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4548
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4548
Grades: 6-8
| 629 students
Rank: #88.
Edward J. Richardson Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23751 Nancy Lee Ln.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Grades: 6-8
| 649 students
Rank: n/an/a
4000 West 227th St.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 972-6500
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 972-6500
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 90505, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 90505, CA include Walteria Elementary School, Seaside Elementary School and Riviera Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90505?
9 public schools are located in 90505.
What percentage of students in 90505 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 90505 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90505?
90505 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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