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#4109 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Lakeview Elementary
Elementary School · Little Lake City Elementary
11500 East Joslin St., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,109 of 9,539
In Santa Fe Springs
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Little Lake City Elementary
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Lakeview Elementary
Lakeview Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Fe Springs, CA, part of Little Lake City Elementary. Lakeview Elementary serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,109 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeview Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lakeview Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Lakeview Elementary — Students at Lakeview Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Lakeview Elementary Compares
See how Lakeview Elementary 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
11500 East Joslin St., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cresson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Norwalk), which scores notably higher. Another option is William W. Orr Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Norwalk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Unsworth (Edith) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe Springs, see our Santa Fe Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 0.6 mi | — |
| St. Pius X Parish School Santa Fe Springs | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Lakeland Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | — |
| Los Nietos Middle Los Nietos | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,830
Median Home Value
$624,000
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
18,255
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeview Elementary
What grades does Lakeview Elementary serve?
Lakeview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary?
Lakeview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeview Elementary rank in CA?
Lakeview Elementary ranks #4,109 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lakeview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Lakeview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeview Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakeview Elementary a charter school?
No, Lakeview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lakeview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeview Elementary?
74.9% of students at Lakeview 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (562) 868-8655
Resources & Links
District
Little Lake City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,656
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,951
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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