For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,631 students in Lakeside, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 612 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Lakeside, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeside, CA are River Valley Charter, Lakeview Elementary School and Riverview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeside, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Lakeside have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lakeside, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9707 1/2 Marilla Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2579
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2579
Gr: 7-12 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9205 Lakeview Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2652
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2652
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9308 Winter Gardens Blvd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2662
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2662
Gr: 2-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Dream Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11838 Valle Vista Rd
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2600
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2600
Gr: K-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Lakeside Farms Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11915 Lakeside Ave.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2646
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2646
Gr: K-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
El Capitan High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10410 Ashwood St.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 938-9100
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 938-9100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,810 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11833 Woodside Ave.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2636
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2636
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Tierra Del Sol Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9611 Petite Ln.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2670
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2670
Gr: 6-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Lemon Crest Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12463 Lemon Crest Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2527
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2527
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1010.
Barona Indian Charter
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1095 Barona Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 443-0948
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 443-0948
Gr: K-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1111.
Lindo Park Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12824 Lakeshore Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2656
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2656
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
8501 Pueblo Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2687
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2687
Gr: K-1 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Lakeside, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12824 Lakeshore Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2391
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2391
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lakeside, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeside, CA include River Valley Charter, Lakeview Elementary School and Riverview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lakeside?
13 public schools are located in Lakeside.
What percentage of students in Lakeside go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Lakeside are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeside?
Lakeside public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lakeside are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lakeside include: Lakeside Farms Elementary School vs. Lakeview Elementary School, Lemon Crest Elementary School vs. Lakeview Elementary School, Tierra Del Sol Middle School vs. Lakeside Middle School
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