American Lakes serves 619 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
American Lakes placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Lakes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
American Lakes's student population of 619 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Lakes is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of American Lakes is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Lakes's ranking?
American Lakes is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are American Lakes often compared to?
American Lakesis often viewed alongside schools like Bannon Creek by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend American Lakes?
619 students attend American Lakes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of American Lakes students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Lakes?
American Lakes has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Lakes offer ?
American Lakes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is American Lakes part of?
American Lakes is part of Natomas Unified School District.
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