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Hickory Elementary

Torrance Unified · Los Angeles County · 2800 West 227th Street, Torrance, CA 90505-2912

(310) 533-4672

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9/10
#634
Rank 634 out of 5,722
Top 11%
English Language Arts9/10 · #696 · 88th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #476 · 92nd percentile
Science9/10 · #898 · 84th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Hickory Elementary sits in the quieter, tree-lined southern end of Torrance — a part of LA County that feels more like a tight-knit suburb than a sprawling city. The school punches well above average across the board, with math scores that really stand out, making it a natural fit for families who want strong academics without the pressure-cooker feel of more competitive districts. Torrance itself offers good weather, safe streets, and easy beach access, so kids here tend to get a well-rounded childhood both inside and outside the classroom.

Student Demographics

408 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
187 (46%)
Hispanic
95 (23%)
Multiple Races
52 (13%)
White
47 (12%)
Filipino
14 (3%)
African American
13 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners121 (30%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged111 (27%)
Students with Disabilities59 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

847
Enrollment
35.6
Teachers (FTE)
23.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
23.2
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 Programs10/10 · #354 · 94th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found