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#3704 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Lakeport Alternative (home School)
School · Lakeport Unified
2508 Howard Ave., Lakeport, CA 95453
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,704 of 9,539
In Lakeport
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Lakeport Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lakeport Alternative (home School)
School in Lakeport · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakeport Alternative (home School)
Lakeport Alternative (home School) is a public school in Lakeport, CA, part of Lakeport Unified. Lakeport Alternative (home School) serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeport Alternative (home School) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,704 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeport Alternative (home School) show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Lakeport Alternative (home School) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Lakeport Alternative (home School) 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.
Score Breakdown
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Lakeport Alternative (home School) — Students at Lakeport Alternative (home School) score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.0/10.
How Lakeport Alternative (home School) Compares
See how Lakeport Alternative (home School) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2508 Howard Ave., Lakeport, CA 95453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeport Alternative (home School) may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kelseyville Learning Academy (rated 8.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Kelseyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Upper Lake High (rated 6.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Upper Lake), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Upper Lake Middle (rated 6.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Upper Lake), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakeport, see our Lakeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Natural High (Continuation) Lakeport | 0.0 mi | — |
| Clear Lake High Lakeport | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Terrace Middle Lakeport | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Lakeport Elementary Lakeport | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| KONOCTI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeport | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| WESTLAKE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lakeport | 4.1 mi | — |
| Westlake Seventh-day Adventist Lakeport | 4.1 mi | — |
| Lloyd Hance Community Lakeport | 5.1 mi | — |
| Upper Lake Middle Upper Lake | 7.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Clover Valley High (Continuation) Upper Lake | 7.1 mi | — |
| Upper Lake High Upper Lake | 7.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Upper Lake Elementary Upper Lake | 7.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Kelseyville Community Day Kelseyville | 7.1 mi | — |
| Ed Donaldson Education Center Kelseyville | 7.5 mi | — |
| Kelseyville Learning Academy Kelseyville | 7.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Kelseyville High Kelseyville | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Konocti Christian Academy Kelseyville | 7.8 mi | — |
| Lucerne Elementary Lucerne | 7.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Kelseyville Elementary Kelseyville | 8.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountain Vista Middle Kelseyville | 8.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,775
Median Home Value
$371,100
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
11,888
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
74.5%
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeport Alternative (home School)
What grades does Lakeport Alternative (home School) serve?
Lakeport Alternative (home School) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Lakeport Alternative (home School)?
Lakeport Alternative (home School) has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeport Alternative (home School)?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeport Alternative (home School) is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeport Alternative (home School) rank in CA?
Lakeport Alternative (home School) ranks #3,704 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lakeport Alternative (home School)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeport Alternative (home School) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lakeport Alternative (home School)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeport Alternative (home School) has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakeport Alternative (home School) a charter school?
No, Lakeport Alternative (home School) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeport Alternative (home School) a Title I school?
No, Lakeport Alternative (home School) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeport Alternative (home School)?
73.1% of students at Lakeport Alternative (home School) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (707) 262-3013
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Lakeport Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,359
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,268
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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