Lake Forest Elementary

Lake Forest Elementary serves 418 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in El Dorado Hills, ranking impressively at #662 out of 9,566 California elementary schools. With a student-teacher ratio of 20.9:1 and 20 full-time equivalent teachers, the school demonstrates strong academic performance that places it in the 93rd percentile statewide. Students at Lake Forest Elementary consistently excel in core subjects, with 67% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and an even stronger 70% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics.

This academic success reflects both the school's commitment to educational excellence and the supportive community environment. The school draws families from the affluent El Dorado Hills area, where the median household income reaches $162,464 and 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. This educated community, with a low poverty rate of just 4.4%, creates an environment where families prioritize education and student achievement.

Located on Sailsbury Drive in this large suburban setting, Lake Forest Elementary benefits from being part of a stable, family-oriented community where median home values of $822,200 reflect the area's desirability and commitment to maintaining excellent schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Forest Elementary is 20.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.