Torrance High First Day of School

The first day at Torrance High is mostly about orientation - teachers go over syllabi and expectations, and students reconnect with friends and get a feel for their schedule. For incoming freshmen, the campus can feel overwhelming at first, but the routine clicks quickly. A first-day photo is still a rite of passage for many families, even if the student needs a little convincing to pose.

Over the last 3 years, conditions on the first day of school have varied: in 2025 it was overcast with a high of 83°F and low of 63°F; in 2024 it was mainly clear with a high of 84°F and low of 61°F; and in 2023 there was rain with a high of 76°F and low of 68°F (1.70 of rain). Late August weather in this area can range from overcast marine layer mornings to warm, sunny afternoons, so it's worth checking the forecast the week before.

On August 20, sunrise is at 6:17 AM and sunset is at 7:35 PM. With school typically running from around 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, students will have full daylight for the entire school day - the sun is well up before the morning bell and stays light well past dismissal. Along the South Bay coast, a morning marine layer is common in late August but typically burns off by mid-morning.

Torrance High is located at 2200 Carson St., Torrance, CA 90501. It is part of Torrance Unified.

Torrance High serves students in 9th grade through 12th grade.

Torrance High has approximately 2,000 students.

Torrance High is part of Torrance Unified, which serves Torrance and the surrounding area.