For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 923 students in 90502, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90502, CA are Van Deene Avenue Elementary School and Meyler Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 90502 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 90502, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90502, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Deene Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
826 West Javelin St.
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 320-8680
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 320-8680
Gr: K-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Meyler Street Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1123 West 223rd St.
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 328-3910
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 328-3910
Gr: K-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 90502, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 90502, CA include Van Deene Avenue Elementary School and Meyler Street Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 90502?
2 public elementary schools are located in 90502.
What is the racial composition of students in 90502?
90502 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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