ANZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Anza Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Torrance Unified school district, located in Torrance, CA with about 644 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 24 teachers, Anza Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Anza Elementary School, located in the West Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Torrance Unified School District, the school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, a supportive community atmosphere, and a focus on fostering both the intellectual and social-emotional growth of its students. The school environment is characterized by active parent involvement and dedicated faculty who emphasize foundational learning, critical thinking, and character development to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, Anza Elementary provides a well-rounded educational experience that integrates technology, arts, and extracurricular opportunities. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards of achievement while nurturing an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and engaged citizens. With its convenient location on Ellinwood Drive and its reputation for a safe, nurturing learning environment, Anza Elementary remains a cornerstone of the local community, consistently meeting the needs of a diverse student population through rigorous instruction and robust school spirit.

For more information, contact Anza Elementary at (310) 533-4559 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21400 Ellinwood Dr.
Torrance, CA 90503-5410
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ANZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Torrance, CA with about 644 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Torrance Unified
Total Students:
644
Teachers:
24
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 644 students

Asian
36.2%
White
31.2%
Hispanic/Latino
16.3%
Two or more races
13.8%
Black or African American
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
43.6%
Male
56.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.