Hickory Elementary School

Hickory Elementary School received an A from the school grading website Niche.

Hickory Elementary School is the home to 849 students.

Hickory Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Torrance, CA.

Hickory Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

2800 W 227th St, Torrance, CA

Southwood Sunray Neighborhood

Torrance Unified School District

842 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Edna Schumacher

Student Teacher Ratio
27:1

Math Proficiency
74%

Reading Proficiency
69%

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

69%

Math Proficiency

74%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 27:1 Teachers 31	Full Time Teachers 31
Teachers in First or Second Year 2.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

882:1

Student Diversity

Male 54%	Female 46%
Asian 48.3%	Hispanic 22.4%
White 11.3%	Two or more races 11.1%
Filipino 3.5%	Black 2.6%
Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

3/31/2025

Great staff. Great Teachers. Safety is top priority.

5.0 parent

10/19/2024

Great school with active PTA and great communication between Admin and parents. School events and activities were fun and had a really good parent turn out. The Friday outdoor morning assemblies were open to parents to attend. The rear gate opens to Hickory Park and it's a great pick up spot, kids c...

5.0 parent

12/4/2023

My son has been at Hickory for 2 years now and he absolutely loves it! His kindergarten teacher was amazing and he learned so much. Now, as a first grader he enjoys his class and continues to make great progress. The teachers are caring and encourage parent involvement. I find great comfort in knowi...

5.0 parent

6/23/2023

My daughter attended Hickory for 5 years and it was a great school. Teachers always showed up and did the best they could, the change of Principal this past school year improved things too. We love the atmosphere, and we are going to miss it. I am hoping my son will be able to attend this upcoming s...

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) School

9th to 12th
Public

B-

Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High School

9th to 12th
Public

B+

South High School

9th to 12th
Public

El Prado Park

Multi-Purpose Field

Torrance Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails

Charles H. Wilson Park

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Tennis
Trails

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Picnic Area
Trails
Playground

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California Los Angeles County Torrance 90505 Southwood Sunray

Hickory Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Torrance, CA and is served by the Torrance Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 842 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 27:1. Academic records show that 74% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. Hickory Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,186,677. Discover additional schools in the area, like Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) School, Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High School, South High School, and more. Learn more about what Torrance has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hickory Elementary School.

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