Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Howard Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Howard Wood Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Howard Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Wood Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1813 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Howard Wood Elementary School is ranked #1813 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Howard Wood Elementary School often compared to?
Howard Wood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Adams Elementary School, Lomita Math/science/technology Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howard Wood Elementary School?
379 students attend Howard Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Howard Wood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Wood Elementary School?
Howard Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Howard Wood Elementary School offer ?
Howard Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Howard Wood Elementary School part of?
Howard Wood Elementary School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard Wood Elementary School located?
Howard Wood Elementary School is located in the Southeast Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Southeast Torrance.
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First day of school
August 21, 2025 (Thursday)
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