Serving 696 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Elementary serves the southern part of Vista, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Elementary School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Elementary School is 0.57, which is less 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
#2776 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Elementary School is ranked #2776 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breeze Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lake Elementary School?
696 students attend Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lake Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Elementary School?
Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lake Elementary School offer ?
Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Elementary School part of?
Lake Elementary School is part of Vista Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Elementary School located?
Lake Elementary School is located in the Ocean Hills neighborhood of Vista, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ocean Hills.
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