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Richard H. Lewis Alternative
School · Konocti Unified
PO Box 309, Lower Lake, CA 95457
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
32.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
32.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,232 of 9,539
In Lower Lake
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Konocti Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Richard H. Lewis Alternative
School in Lower Lake · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Highlands Academy
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Carle (william C.) High (continuation)
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About Richard H. Lewis Alternative
Richard H. Lewis Alternative is a public school in Lower Lake, CA, part of Konocti Unified. Richard H.
Lewis Alternative serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 32.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard H. Lewis Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,232 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Richard H. Lewis Alternative show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 3.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Richard H. Lewis Alternative 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 Richard H. Lewis Alternative 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.
Richard H. Lewis Alternative runs 32.7:1 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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Richard H. Lewis Alternative — Students at Richard H. Lewis Alternative score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 9.5/10.
How Richard H. Lewis Alternative Compares
See how Richard H. Lewis Alternative 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
PO Box 309, Lower Lake, CA 95457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard H. Lewis Alternative may also want to explore other schools in the area. MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, California Connections Academy North Bay (rated 4.1/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Ripon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lower Lake, see our Lower Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Academy Lower Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| Carle (William C.) High (Continuation) Lower Lake | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Lower Lake High Lower Lake | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Lower Lake Elementary Lower Lake | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Blue Heron Lower Lake | 1.5 mi | — |
| Clearlake Creativity Clearlake | 1.7 mi | — |
| Wellspring Academy Lower Lake | 2.5 mi | — |
| Clearlake SDA Christian Clearlake | 3.2 mi | — |
| Burns Valley Clearlake | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Zemorah Christian Academy Lower Lake | 4.5 mi | — |
| Pomo Clearlake | 4.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Riviera Elementary Kelseyville | 6.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Coyote Valley Elementary Middletown | 8.5 mi | 5.0 |
| East Lake Clearlake Oaks | 8.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Cobb Mountain Elementary Middletown | 8.5 mi | 2.9 |
| MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middletown | 10.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Minnie Cannon Elementary Middletown | 10.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Middletown Middle Middletown | 10.9 mi | 5.7 |
| California Connections Academy North Bay Ripon | 10.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Loconoma Valley High Middletown | 10.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,266
Median Home Value
$414,100
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
3,036
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
76.3%
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
56.7
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| CHAMPION SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard H. Lewis Alternative
What grades does Richard H. Lewis Alternative serve?
Richard H. Lewis Alternative serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Richard H. Lewis Alternative?
Richard H. Lewis Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard H. Lewis Alternative?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard H. Lewis Alternative is 32.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard H. Lewis Alternative rank in CA?
Richard H. Lewis Alternative ranks #6,232 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Richard H. Lewis Alternative's MySchoolScout rating?
Richard H. Lewis Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Richard H. Lewis Alternative?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard H. Lewis Alternative has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Richard H. Lewis Alternative a charter school?
No, Richard H. Lewis Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard H. Lewis Alternative a Title I school?
No, Richard H. Lewis Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard H. Lewis Alternative?
78.6% of students at Richard H. Lewis Alternative 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
- 98
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.6%
- Phone
- (707) 701-0264
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Konocti Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,874
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,180
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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