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#907 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 10% in state

Lake View Elementary

Elementary School · Ocean View

17451 Zeider Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

22.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Huntington Beach

#4 of 32

public schools

California elementary schools

#656 of 5,817

In district

#2 of 14

Ocean View

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About Lake View Elementary

Lake View Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of the Ocean View. The school serves approximately 389 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.5th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 9 points above the state average and 45% in reading/language arts, 0 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $107,877, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary is 22.9:1, 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.7%
Math vs. State Avg+7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51%
Expected (poverty-adj.)34%
vs. Expected+17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,046

Lake View Elementary — Students at Lake View Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.9%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 45.1%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
52.6%
ELA
49.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Lake View Elementary Compares

See how Lake View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in CA
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average
Environment
5.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

Location

17451 Zeider Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Star View Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Westminster), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Fountain Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Fountain Valley 0.4 mi 7.8
Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley 0.4 mi 7.7
Oak View Elementary Huntington Beach 0.7 mi 5.9
Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley 0.9 mi 7.2
Sycamore Creek Community Charter Huntington Beach 0.8 mi 3.2
Westmont Elementary Westminster 1.0 mi 6.6
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington Beach 0.9 mi 6.8
Coast High Huntington Beach 1.1 mi 6.8
Ocean View High Huntington Beach 1.2 mi 6.2
Valley Vista High Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 6.4
Fountain Valley High Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 6.5
Vista View Middle Fountain Valley 1.4 mi 5.7
Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.4 mi 8.2
Star View Elementary Westminster 1.8 mi 8.2
Ethan B. Allen Elementary Fountain Valley 1.7 mi 7.8
OC MONTESSORI ACADEMY Westminster 1.9 mi
oc Montessori academy Westminster 1.9 mi
Holy Family Institute Huntington Beach 1.9 mi
HOLY FAMILY INSTITUTE Huntington Beach 1.9 mi
Prinberk High School Huntington Beach 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,877

Median Home Value

$963,900

Median Rent

$2,400/mo

Population

58,794

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

43.6%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

37.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lake View Elementary has a median household income of $107,877. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $963,900, with a median rent of $2,400/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA 8.3
Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA 8.3
Barton Hill Elementary San Pedro, CA 8.3
Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA 8.3
Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA 8.3
Blythe Street Elementary Reseda, CA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake View Elementary

What grades does Lake View Elementary serve?

Lake View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lake View Elementary?

Lake View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake View Elementary rank in CA?

Lake View Elementary is ranked #907 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Lake View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake View Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lake View Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake View Elementary has 47.9% math proficiency and 45.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lake View Elementary a charter school?

No, Lake View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lake View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake View Elementary?

72.0% of students at Lake View Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,213/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Huntington Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Ocean View
District Enrollment
6,868
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,572
District Rank
#2 of 14

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.

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