Best Schools in Lake Mathews, California
2 schools · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lake Mathews by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Applied Scholastics Online Academy
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Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$419,800
home value · ACS
Schools
2
0 public · 2 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$419,800
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Mathews
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applied Scholastics Online Academy | 4.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $77,570
- Median home value
- $419,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Mathews compares
Median household income
$78k
78% of California median
About Schools in Lake Mathews, California
Lake Mathews, California is home to 2 schools, including 0 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 high school.
The highest-performing school in Lake Mathews is Applied Scholastics Online Academy with a composite score of 4.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Mathews's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,570. The poverty rate in the area is 15.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 274 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Lake Mathews
Lake Mathews, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,570
Median Home Value
$419,800
Median Rent
$1,461/mo
Population
57,336
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Community Profile
Lake Mathews has a median household income of $77,570. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $419,800, with a median rent of $1,461/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lake Mathews, California
How many schools are in Lake Mathews, California?
Lake Mathews has 2 schools, including 0 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Lake Mathews, California?
The top-ranked school in Lake Mathews on MySchoolScout is Applied Scholastics Online Academy with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the education level in Lake Mathews, California?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Lake Mathews have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Mathews, California?
The median household income in Lake Mathews is approximately $77,570 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lake Mathews, California?
Yes, Lake Mathews has 2 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Applied Scholastics Online Academy with a score of 4.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Mathews, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Mathews is 33.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Mathews, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.