Lakeview Elementary School

11500 East Joslin St.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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7/
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Top 50%
Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakeview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : Lakeview Elementary serves a central area within Santa Fe Springs, CA, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lakeview Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students

Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

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Year Founded
1871
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School Rankings

Lakeview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#3475 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data

45%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data

44%
47%
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
3%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
92%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

White
4%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
1%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
96%
0.15

Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
26.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lakeview Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeview Elementary School is ranked #3475 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lakeview Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jersey Avenue 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary School?
457 students attend Lakeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lakeview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Elementary School?
Lakeview Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lakeview Elementary School offer ?
Lakeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lakeview Elementary School part of?
Lakeview Elementary School is part of Little Lake City Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : Lakeview Elementary serves a central area within Santa Fe Springs, CA, encompassing approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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