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Hickory Tree School

Elementary School

21720 Madrona Ave, Torrance, CA 90503

Last updated: April 2026

Private

Students

2.8:1

Student-Teacher

Kindergarten – 5th

Grades Served

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About Hickory Tree School

Hickory Tree School is an private elementary school in Torrance, CA 90503. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8/10, an above average rating overall.

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 20 public schools in Torrance, Hickory Tree School rates higher overall (7.8 vs 6.3 average).

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How Hickory Tree School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

2.8:1

This School

24.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

540

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.8

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Hickory Tree School (this school)	—	27	2.8:1	7.8
Fern Elementary	0.8 mi	482	26.8:1	6.1
Joseph Arnold Elementary	0.9 mi	604	25.2:1	7.0
Hickory Elementary	0.9 mi	842	28.1:1	5.7
Anza Elementary	1.2 mi	640	24.6:1	5.6
Seaside Elementary	1.4 mi	573	26:1	4.7
Torrance Elementary	1.4 mi	543	24.7:1	6.3
Victor Elementary	1.6 mi	961	26:1	5.6
Howard Wood Elementary	1.8 mi	379	22.3:1	8.0
Walteria Elementary	2.1 mi	658	25.3:1	7.2
John Adams Elementary	2.1 mi	333	23.8:1	6.3
Riviera Elementary	2.3 mi	612	24.5:1	7.1
Edison Elementary	2.4 mi	492	27.3:1	4.8
Towers Elementary	2.5 mi	608	26.4:1	6.9
Halldale Elementary	2.5 mi	446	19.4:1	5.9
Yukon Elementary	2.7 mi	325	25:1	6.3
Meyler Street Elementary	2.8 mi	582	20.1:1	7.4
Arlington Elementary	3.1 mi	548	27.4:1	6.7
Van Deene Avenue Elementary	3.2 mi	326	21.7:1	5.2
Evelyn Carr Elementary	3.3 mi	432	24:1	5.3
Lincoln Elementary	3.6 mi	408	25.5:1	7.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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Academics7.8Very Good100%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 33 schools in Torrance

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Location

21720 Madrona Ave, Torrance, CA 90503

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HICKORY TREE SCHOOL Torrance	0.0 mi	67	7.8
Madrona Middle Torrance	0.3 mi	674	5.2
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Torrance	0.3 mi	307	7.8
First Lutheran Torrance	0.3 mi	304	7.8
Mr. J's Academy Torrance	0.8 mi	16	7.8
Fern Elementary Torrance	0.8 mi	482	6.1
Jefferson Middle Torrance	0.8 mi	645	5.8
Hickory Elementary Torrance	0.9 mi	842	5.7
Joseph Arnold Elementary Torrance	0.9 mi	604	7.0
THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance	0.9 mi	9	7.8
PACIFIC EXPLORER MONTESSORI Torrance	1.0 mi	5	7.8
Ambassador High School Torrance	1.1 mi	148	7.8
NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance	1.1 mi	241	7.8
AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance	1.1 mi	108	7.8
AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance	1.1 mi	116	7.8
Branch of Hope School Torrance	1.1 mi	6	7.8
Anza Elementary Torrance	1.2 mi	640	5.6
Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) Torrance	1.3 mi	110	6.4
St. James Elementary Torrance	1.4 mi	161	7.8
BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Torrance	1.5 mi	8	7.8

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	Enrollment	Rating
Arrow Montessori School of San Dimas San Dimas, CA	27	7.8
Big Minds Pleasanton, CA	20	7.8
Chicago Park Community Charter Grass Valley, CA	35	7.8
Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance, CA	21	7.8
GIFT OF KIDS INC El Dorado Hills, CA	28	7.8
HACIENDA SCHOOL Pleasanton, CA	35	7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickory Tree School

What grades does Hickory Tree School serve?

Hickory Tree School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hickory Tree School?

Hickory Tree School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Tree School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Tree School is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

What is Hickory Tree School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickory Tree School 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 Hickory Tree School a private school?

Yes, Hickory Tree School 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 – 5th
Enrollment: 27
Student-Teacher Ratio: 2.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
County: Los Angeles
Phone: (310) 533-4830
Data Year: 2025–2026

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