Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Halldale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halldale Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Preparing our Hawks for College, Career, and Life!
School Rankings
Halldale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Halldale Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2455 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halldale Elementary School's ranking?
Halldale Elementary School is ranked #2455 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Halldale Elementary School often compared to?
Halldale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meyler Street Elementary School, Van Deene Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Halldale Elementary School?
425 students attend Halldale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Halldale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halldale Elementary School?
Halldale Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Halldale Elementary School offer ?
Halldale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Halldale Elementary School part of?
Halldale Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Halldale Elementary School located?
Halldale Elementary School is located in the Harbor neighborhood of Torrance, CA.
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