Very Good
#3008 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Edison Elementary
Elementary School · Torrance Unified
3800 182nd St., Torrance, CA 90504
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,008 of 9,539
In Torrance
#22 of 33
public schools
In district
#19 of 30
Torrance Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Edison Elementary
Edison Elementary is a public elementary school in Torrance, CA, part of Torrance Unified. Edison Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,008 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Edison Elementary runs 27.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Edison Elementary — Students at Edison Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Edison Elementary Compares
See how Edison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3800 182nd St., Torrance, CA 90504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North High Torrance | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Playhouse School Torrance | 0.2 mi | — |
| Yukon Elementary Torrance | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Philip Magruder Middle Torrance | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Casimir Middle Torrance | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrance | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH BAY JUNIOR ACADEMY Torrance | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,474
Median Home Value
$897,100
Median Rent
$2,225/mo
Population
33,321
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
42
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| Bayshore Daly City, CA | 7.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Oak Park, CA | 7.3 |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison Elementary
What grades does Edison Elementary serve?
Edison Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edison Elementary?
Edison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary is 27.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison Elementary rank in CA?
Edison Elementary ranks #3,008 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Edison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Edison Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edison Elementary a charter school?
No, Edison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison Elementary a Title I school?
No, Edison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Elementary?
49.0% of students at Edison Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (310) 533-4513
Resources & Links
District
Torrance Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,109
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,134
- District Rank
- #19 of 30
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