Excellent
#892 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Towers Elementary
Elementary School · Torrance Unified
5600 Towers St., Torrance, CA 90503
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#892 of 9,539
In Torrance
#4 of 33
public schools
In district
#4 of 30
Torrance Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Towers Elementary
Towers Elementary is a public elementary school in Torrance, CA, part of Torrance Unified. Towers Elementary serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Towers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Towers Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Towers Elementary runs 26.4:1 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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Towers Elementary — Students at Towers Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
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: 9.4/10.
How Towers Elementary Compares
See how Towers 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
5600 Towers St., Torrance, CA 90503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Towers Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Redondo Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Redondo Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Redondo Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Hermosa Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| West High Torrance | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Redondo Union High Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| South Bay Faith Academy Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| SOUTH BAY FAITH ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH BAY JUNIOR ACADEMY Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| St. James Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 1.2 mi | — |
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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|---|---|
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.5 |
| Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Anza Elementary Torrance, CA | 8.5 |
| Aviara Oaks Elementary Carlsbad, CA | 8.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.5 |
| Capri Elementary Campbell, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Towers Elementary
What grades does Towers Elementary serve?
Towers Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Towers Elementary?
Towers Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Towers Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Towers Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Towers Elementary rank in CA?
Towers Elementary ranks #892 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Towers Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Towers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Towers Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Towers Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Towers Elementary a charter school?
No, Towers Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Towers Elementary a Title I school?
No, Towers Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Towers Elementary?
24.3% of students at Towers 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
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (310) 533-4535
Resources & Links
District
Torrance Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,109
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,134
- District Rank
- #4 of 30
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