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Arlington Elementary

Torrance Unified · Los Angeles County · 17800 Van Ness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90504-4330

(310) 533-4510

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10/10
#518
Rank 518 out of 5,722
Top 9%
English Language Arts9/10 · #717 · 87th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #356 · 94th percentile
Science10/10 · #513 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Arlington Elementary sits in the heart of Torrance, a South Bay city that somehow manages to feel like a tight-knit suburb while being just minutes from the beach and the bustle of greater LA. The school's math scores in particular stand out, landing in the 94th percentile statewide, making it a natural fit for families who prioritize strong academics without sacrificing that laid-back Southern California lifestyle. If you're drawn to a neighborhood where kids can bike to school and parents actually know each other, Arlington is the kind of place that makes Torrance feel like the right call.

Student Demographics

249 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
100 (40%)
Asian
76 (31%)
Multiple Races
35 (14%)
White
15 (6%)
Filipino
13 (5%)
African American
6 (2%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners40 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged102 (41%)
Students with Disabilities36 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

594
Enrollment
25.6
Teachers (FTE)
23.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22.4
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1239 · 80th percentile

219 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found