Serving 902 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sierra Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 902 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Lakes Elementary serves the northern part of Fontana, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Lakes Elementary School's student population of 902 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
902 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Lakes 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 Sierra Lakes Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#4049 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
53%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Lakes Elementary School is ranked #4049 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Ridge Elementary School, Dorothy Grant Innovations Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Sierra Lakes Elementary School?
902 students attend Sierra Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sierra Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Lakes Elementary School?
Sierra Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sierra Lakes Elementary School part of?
Sierra Lakes Elementary School is part of Fontana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Lakes Elementary School located?
Sierra Lakes Elementary School is located in the Sierra Lakes neighborhood of Fontana, CA.
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