Anza Elementary vs Seaside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anza Elementary
Torrance · Public elementary · Grades K–5
613 students
Seaside Elementary
Torrance · Public elementary · Grades K–5
548 students
| Measure | Anza Elementary Torrance, California | Seaside Elementary Torrance, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #242 of 5,693 | #266 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4577 of 50,301 | #4860 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 613 | 548 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 548 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.8% | 17.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 27.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 85% |
| city | Torrance | Torrance |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.7 vs 80.3).
- •Seaside Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 83%).
- •Seaside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 79%).
- •Anza Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.8% vs 17.7%).
- •Anza Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 27.4).
- •Anza Elementary is the larger school with 613 students compared with 548.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Anza Elementary better than Seaside Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Anza Elementary and Seaside Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Torrance and Torrance in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anza Elementary: 613. Seaside Elementary: 548. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anza Elementary and Seaside Elementary rank in California?
Anza Elementary is 242nd of 5,693 and Seaside Elementary is 266th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).