For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,302 students in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA.
The neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA public elementary schools have a diversity score of 0.73, which is more than the California public elementary school average of 0.64.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riviera Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
365 Paseo De Arena
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4460
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Edward J. Richardson Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23751 Nancy Lee Ln.
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 533-4790
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance, CA include Riviera Elementary School and Edward J. Richardson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance?
2 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance?
the neighborhood of Riviera, Torrance public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.