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#5546 of 9,539 schools in CA
Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)
High School · Torrance Unified
2600 Vine St., Torrance, CA 90501
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,546 of 9,539
In Torrance
#29 of 33
public schools
In district
#26 of 30
Torrance Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)
Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) is a public high school in Torrance, CA, part of Torrance Unified. Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,546 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) — Students at Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 9.3/10.
How Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) Compares
See how Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2600 Vine St., Torrance, CA 90501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Torrance High (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Torrance Elementary Torrance | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Ambassador High School Torrance | 0.2 mi | — |
| Gene Drevno Community Day Torrance | 0.2 mi | — |
| PACIFIC EXPLORER MONTESSORI Torrance | 0.4 mi | — |
| Torrance High Torrance | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Branch of Hope School Torrance | 0.5 mi | — |
| TORRANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Torrance | 0.5 mi | — |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| J. H. Hull Middle Torrance | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Howard Wood Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Hickory Elementary Torrance | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fern Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| John Adams Elementary Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Torrance | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| First Lutheran Torrance | 1.0 mi | — |
| Nishiyamato Academy Lomita | 1.2 mi | — |
| NISHIYAMATO ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA Lomita | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,815
Median Home Value
$887,300
Median Rent
$1,868/mo
Population
41,319
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Creekside High Irvine, CA | 6.0 |
| Gateway Community Camarillo, CA | 6.0 |
| Golden Gate Community Pittsburg, CA | 6.0 |
| Kinney High (Continuation) Rancho Cordova, CA | 6.0 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande, CA | 6.0 |
| Oakdale Charter Oakdale, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)
What grades does Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) serve?
Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)?
Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)?
The student-teacher ratio at Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) rank in CA?
Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) ranks #5,546 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) a charter school?
No, Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) a Title I school?
No, Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation)?
61.8% of students at Shery (kurt T.) High (continuation) 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 110
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 533-4440
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
Torrance Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,109
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,134
- District Rank
- #26 of 30
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