Anza Elementary

613 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
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.
613
Total Students
25.5
Full-Time Teachers
24.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Anza Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White171
Hispanic111
Black15
Asian238
Two or More77
American Indian1
  • Asian
    238 (38.8%)
  • White
    171 (27.9%)
  • Hispanic
    111 (18.1%)
  • Two or More
    77 (12.6%)
  • Black
    15 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
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)533-4559
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 613
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 86
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 134
Grade 1 84
Grade 2 95
Grade 3 86
Grade 4 103
Grade 5 111

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Anza Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten134
Grade 184
Grade 295
Grade 386
Grade 4103
Grade 5111
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Anza Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28947.1%
Male32452.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)