Fern Elementary

465 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Fern Elementary School is a public school located in the Southwood neighborhood of Torrance, California, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Torrance Unified School District, the school is known for fostering a supportive, community-centered environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development. It is widely regarded as a stable and reliable neighborhood institution that prioritizes a well-rounded curriculum, often balancing traditional core subjects with programs designed to encourage social-emotional growth and student engagement.

The school is situated in a quiet, residential area, which contributes to its reputation as a safe and accessible campus for local families. Fern Elementary maintains a strong commitment to parental involvement and active community participation, which helps sustain a collaborative culture between educators and families. With its focus on high academic standards and inclusive practices, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while maintaining the small-community feel characteristic of many schools within the Torrance Unified district.
465
Total Students
18.0
Full-Time Teachers
25.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fern Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White117
Hispanic207
Black6
Asian96
Two or More37
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    207 (44.5 %)
  • White
    117 (25.2 %)
  • Asian
    96 (20.6 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (8.0 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Torrance Unified
Phone: (310)533-4506
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 465
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 25.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 130
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 99
Grade 1 66
Grade 2 82
Grade 3 71
Grade 4 76
Grade 5 71

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fern Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten99
Grade 166
Grade 282
Grade 371
Grade 476
Grade 571
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fern Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20644.3%
Male25955.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)