Serving 842 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hickory Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory 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
Hickory Elementary School's student population of 842 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Hickory 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 Hickory Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#588 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hickory Elementary School?
842 students attend Hickory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hickory Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Elementary School?
Hickory Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hickory Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hickory Elementary School part of?
Hickory Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
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