For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,369 students in Lakeport, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 211 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Lakeport, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Lakeport, CA are Natural High (Continuation School), Lloyd Hance Community and Lakeport Community Day. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeport, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Lakeport have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lakeport, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Natural High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2548 Howard Ave.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Grades: 9-12
| 26 students
Rank: #22.
Lloyd Hance Community
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1510 Argonaut Rd.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4167
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4167
Grades: 7-12
| 10 students
Rank: #33.
Lakeport Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2548 Howard Ave.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Grades: 6-10
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Clear Lake High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 Lange St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3010
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3010
Grades: 9-12
| 336 students
Rank: #55.
Lakeport Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
150 Lange St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3005
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3005
Grades: K-3
| 429 students
Rank: #66.
Lakeport Alternative (Home School)
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2548 Howard Ave.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Grades: K-12
| 93 students
Rank: #77.
Terrace Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
250 Lange St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3007
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3007
Grades: 4-8
| 475 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lake County Rop
Vocational School
1152 S. Main St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4162
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4162
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Lakeport, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Renaissance Court (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1111 Whalen Way
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4152
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4152
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lakeport, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Lakeport, CA include Natural High (Continuation School), Lloyd Hance Community and Lakeport Community Day.
How many public schools are located in Lakeport?
8 public schools are located in Lakeport.
What percentage of students in Lakeport go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Lakeport are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeport?
Lakeport public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lakeport are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lakeport include: Lloyd Hance Community vs. Lakeport Community Day, Lakeport Alternative (Home School) vs. Lloyd Hance Community, Lakeport Alternative (Home School) vs. Lakeport Community Day
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