4.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lakeport, California

9 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Private: 3

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Estimated Scores: 20%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.8/10
Median household income: $66,775
Median home value: $371,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Owner-occupied homes: 75%

How Lakeport compares

California rank

#580 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.5

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$67k

67% of California median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Lakeport, California

Lakeport, California is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Lakeport show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lakeport is Lakeport Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lakeport is served by 2 school districts: Lakeport Unified, Lake County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 1,390 students.

Lakeport's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,775. The poverty rate in the area is 14.8%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (9) Elementary (3) Middle (2) High (3)

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Filter by ZIP: 95453 (9)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lakeport Elementary 429 students · Kindergarten–3rd	429	Kindergarten–3rd	7.0
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	KONOCTI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 98 students · Kindergarten–8th	98	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
2	Westlake Seventh-day Adventist Private 18 students · Kindergarten–8th	18	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Terrace Middle 475 students · 4th–8th	475	4th–8th	4.7
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	WESTLAKE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Private 11 students · 2nd–5th	11	2nd–5th	Not Rated

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Clear Lake High 336 students · 9th–12th	336	9th–12th	4.2
2	Natural High (Continuation) 26 students · 9th–12th	26	9th–12th	—
3	Lloyd Hance Community 10 students · 7th–12th	10	7th–12th	—

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lakeport Alternative (Home School) 93 students · Kindergarten–12th	93	Kindergarten–12th	4.5

Schools in Lakeport

Lakeport, California · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,775

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

11,888

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

75%

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Community Profile

Lakeport has a median household income of $66,775. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $371,100, with a median rent of $1,091/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 9
Elementary: 3
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Lakeport schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Lakeport 📊 Niche Lakeport Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Lakeport Unified

6 schools · 1,359 students

Lake County Office of Education

2 schools · 31 students

Nearby Cities

Upper Lake (4 schools)

7 mi

Lucerne (1 school)

7 mi

Kelseyville (8 schools)

8 mi

Hopland (1 school)

13 mi

Clearlake Oaks (1 school)

13 mi

Cloverdale (4 schools)

19 mi

Clearlake (4 schools)

17 mi

Ukiah (23 schools)

17 mi

Potter Valley (3 schools)

21 mi

Calpella (2 schools)

20 mi

Lower Lake (8 schools)

20 mi

Geyserville (3 schools)

24 mi

Redwood Valley (3 schools)

22 mi

Middletown (10 schools)

26 mi

Ripon (1 school)

27 mi

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lakeport, California

How many schools are in Lakeport, California?

Lakeport has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lakeport, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lakeport is 4.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lakeport, California?

The top-ranked school in Lakeport on MySchoolScout is Lakeport Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lakeport, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lakeport on MySchoolScout is Lakeport Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Lakeport, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Lakeport on MySchoolScout is Terrace Middle with a composite score of 4.7/10.

What is the best high school in Lakeport, California?

The top-ranked high school in Lakeport on MySchoolScout is Clear Lake High with a composite score of 4.2/10.

How many school districts serve Lakeport, California?

Lakeport is served by 2 school districts: Lakeport Unified, Lake County Office of Education.

What is the education level in Lakeport, California?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Lakeport have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lakeport, California?

The median household income in Lakeport is approximately $66,775 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Lakeport, California?

Yes, Lakeport has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Konocti Christian Academy with a score of 3.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lakeport, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lakeport is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lakeport, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.