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#1583 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 50% of private schools
First Lutheran
Elementary School
2900 West Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503
About First Lutheran
First Lutheran is an private elementary school in Torrance, CA 90503. The school serves approximately 304 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8/10, placing it in the 50.2th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $119,685, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 29 public schools in Torrance, First Lutheran rates higher overall (7.8 vs 6.2 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow First Lutheran compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Lutheran (this school) | 7.8 |
| Madrona Middle | 5.2 |
| Fern Elementary | 6.1 |
| Hickory Elementary | 5.7 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day | 7.8 |
| Torrance Elementary | 6.3 |
| Jefferson Middle | 5.8 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary | 7.0 |
| Anza Elementary | 5.6 |
| Howard Wood Elementary | 8.0 |
| J. H. Hull Middle | 4.8 |
| Seaside Elementary | 4.7 |
| Calle Mayor Middle | 7.1 |
| Victor Elementary | 5.6 |
| John Adams Elementary | 6.3 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle | 6.1 |
| Halldale Elementary | 5.9 |
| Walteria Elementary | 7.2 |
| Edward J. Richardson Middle | 7.0 |
| Philip Magruder Middle | 4.4 |
| Edison Elementary | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Torrance
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
2900 West Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Torrance | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Hickory Tree School Torrance | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HICKORY TREE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Madrona Middle Torrance | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Fern Elementary Torrance | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Hickory Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PACIFIC EXPLORER MONTESSORI Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Ambassador High School Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Branch of Hope School Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Mr. J's Academy Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) Torrance | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Torrance High Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Torrance Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Jefferson Middle Torrance | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,685
Median Home Value
$1,058,100
Median Rent
$2,249/mo
Population
43,764
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.8 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 7.8 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson, CA | 7.8 |
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair, CA | 7.8 |
| CARLTHORP SCHOOL Santa Monica, CA | 7.8 |
| Carlthorp Santa Monica, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Lutheran
What grades does First Lutheran serve?
First Lutheran serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend First Lutheran?
First Lutheran has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Lutheran?
The student-teacher ratio at First Lutheran is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Lutheran rank in CA?
First Lutheran is ranked #1583 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is First Lutheran's MySchoolScout rating?
First Lutheran has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is First Lutheran a private school?
Yes, First Lutheran is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 320-9920
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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