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#5378 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ilead Lancaster Charter
Elementary School · iLEAD Lancaster Charter District
254 East Avenue K-4, Lancaster, CA 93535
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,378 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#6 of 47
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Ilead Lancaster Charter
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About Ilead Lancaster Charter
Ilead Lancaster Charter is a public elementary school in Lancaster, CA, part of iLEAD Lancaster Charter District. Ilead Lancaster Charter serves approximately 795 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ilead Lancaster Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,378 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ilead Lancaster Charter show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ilead Lancaster Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ilead Lancaster Charter runs 27.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Ilead Lancaster Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ilead Lancaster Charter — Students at Ilead Lancaster Charter score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Ilead Lancaster Charter Compares
See how Ilead Lancaster Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
254 East Avenue K-4, Lancaster, CA 93535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ilead Lancaster Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Life Source International Charter (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Promise Academy (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lancster), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Assurance Learning Academy Lancaster | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Mission Academy Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Holston Academy Lancaster | 0.4 mi | — |
| STANZA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Lancaster | 0.4 mi | — |
| STANZA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Lancaster | 0.4 mi | — |
| ELM/KWA PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.4 mi | — |
| Joshua Elementary Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| New Vista Middle Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Fulton and Alsbury Academy of Arts and Engineering Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Jack Northrop Elementary Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| El Dorado Elementary Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Journey Int'l Cultural STEAM Academy Lancaster | 1.3 mi | — |
| Life Source International Charter Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Sierra Elementary Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| EMPOWERED CHURCH INTERNATIONAL/ LEARNING ACADEMY Lancaster | 1.5 mi | — |
| Promise Academy Lancster | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| RISE Lancaster | 1.5 mi | — |
| The Leadership Academy Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Empower Generations Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,989
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
80,478
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.9
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|---|---|
| Adam (William Laird) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 6.0 |
| Alpha Elementary Madera, CA | 6.0 |
| Art Freiler Tracy, CA | 6.0 |
| Bon View Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.0 |
| Bryn Mawr Elementary Loma Linda, CA | 6.0 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Pacifica, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ilead Lancaster Charter
What grades does Ilead Lancaster Charter serve?
Ilead Lancaster Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ilead Lancaster Charter?
Ilead Lancaster Charter has an enrollment of approximately 795 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ilead Lancaster Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Ilead Lancaster Charter is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ilead Lancaster Charter rank in CA?
Ilead Lancaster Charter ranks #5,378 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ilead Lancaster Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Ilead Lancaster Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ilead Lancaster Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ilead Lancaster Charter has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Ilead Lancaster Charter a charter school?
Yes, Ilead Lancaster Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ilead Lancaster Charter a Title I school?
No, Ilead Lancaster Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ilead Lancaster Charter?
83.3% of students at Ilead Lancaster Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 795
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.3%
- Phone
- (661) 722-4287
Resources & Links
District
iLEAD Lancaster Charter District- District Enrollment
- 795
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,022
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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