TOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Towers Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Torrance Unified school district, located in Torrance, CA with about 600 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 23 teachers, Towers 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.

Towers Elementary School, located in the West Torrance area 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 fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. It emphasizes strong academic standards and personal development, aiming to prepare its students for middle school success through a curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for creative and social growth.

The school is well-regarded by the local community for its active parent involvement and dedicated teaching staff. Towers Elementary typically offers a variety of enrichment programs, such as music, physical education, and technology integration, designed to provide a well-rounded educational experience. With a focus on cultivating a safe and inclusive campus culture, the school prioritizes the emotional and social well-being of its students, making it a focal point for families residing in the 90503 zip code.

For more information, contact Towers Elementary at (310) 533-4535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5600 Towers St.
Torrance, CA 90503-1161
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TOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Torrance, CA with about 600 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Torrance Unified
Total Students:
600
Teachers:
23
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 600 students

Asian
37.3%
White
31.5%
Hispanic/Latino
18.0%
Two or more races
11.2%
Black or African American
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
45.3%
Male
54.7%

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.