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#743 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 42% of private schools
First Lutheran School
Elementary School
2900 W CARSON ST, Torrance, CA 90503
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#743 of 1,787
In Torrance
#7 of 10
public schools
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About First Lutheran School
First Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Torrance, CA. First Lutheran School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. First Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #743 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
First Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow First Lutheran School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Lutheran School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Madrona Middle | 6.7 |
| Fern Elementary | 7.4 |
| Hickory Elementary | 7.8 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day | — |
| Torrance Elementary | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Middle | 7.7 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary | 7.4 |
| Anza Elementary | 8.5 |
| Howard Wood Elementary | 8.0 |
| Seaside Elementary | 8.2 |
| J. H. Hull Middle | 6.7 |
| Calle Mayor Middle | 5.7 |
| Victor Elementary | 5.4 |
| John Adams Elementary | 7.2 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle | 7.4 |
| Walteria Elementary | 8.6 |
| Halldale Elementary | 7.5 |
| Edward J. Richardson Middle | 8.0 |
| Philip Magruder Middle | 7.4 |
| Edison Elementary | 7.3 |
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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2900 W CARSON ST, Torrance, CA 90503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fern Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph Arnold Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| First Lutheran Torrance | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hickory Tree School Torrance | 0.3 mi | — |
| HICKORY TREE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Madrona Middle Torrance | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Fern Elementary Torrance | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hickory Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PACIFIC EXPLORER MONTESSORI Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Ambassador High School Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| Branch of Hope School Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Mr. J's Academy Torrance | 1.0 mi | — |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) Torrance | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Torrance High Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day Torrance | 1.0 mi | — |
| Torrance Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Middle Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Lutheran School
What grades does First Lutheran School serve?
First Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend First Lutheran School?
First Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Lutheran School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Lutheran School rank in CA?
First Lutheran School ranks #743 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is First Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, First Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is First Lutheran School a religious school?
First Lutheran School has a Evangelical Lutheran Church in America religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 320-9920
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