HICKORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Hickory Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Torrance Unified school district, located in Torrance, CA with about 954 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Hickory 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.
Hickory Elementary School, located in Torrance, California, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K–5. Part of the Torrance Unified School District, the school is known for fostering a supportive and structured academic environment. It focuses on foundational learning in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while emphasizing the social-emotional development of its students. The school typically benefits from a strong sense of community, with active parent involvement and a commitment to preparing students for the transition to middle school.
Academically, Hickory Elementary consistently emphasizes high standards and educational equity, aiming to provide a well-rounded experience that includes extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. The school is situated in a quiet residential area, which contributes to a safe and focused learning atmosphere. By leveraging the resources of the Torrance Unified School District, the school provides various support services and tools, ensuring that diverse student needs—including those for English language learners and students requiring additional academic support—are met within an inclusive classroom setting.
For more information, contact Hickory Elementary at (310) 533-4672 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Torrance, CA 90505-2912
(310) 533-4672
HICKORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Torrance, CA with about 954 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Torrance Unified
- Total Students:
- 954
- Teachers:
- 36
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 954 students
- Asian
- 49.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.9%
- White
- 15.9%
- Two or more races
- 9.9%
- Black or African American
- 3.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
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.