Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Forest Elementary serves the western part of El Dorado Hills, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Forest Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Lake Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1331 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
White
75%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lakers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Forest Elementary School is ranked #1331 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lake Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Elementary School?
421 students attend Lake Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lake Forest Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Forest Elementary School?
Lake Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Elementary School offer ?
Lake Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Forest Elementary School part of?
Lake Forest Elementary School is part of Rescue Union Elementary School District.
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