Below Average
#7403 of 9,539 schools in CA
Shasta Lake
Elementary School · Gateway Unified
4411 Mountain Lakes Blvd., Redding, CA 96003
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,403 of 9,539
In Redding
#33 of 40
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Gateway Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Shasta Lake
Elementary School in Redding · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shasta Lake
Shasta Lake is a public elementary school in Redding, CA, part of Gateway Unified. Shasta Lake serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shasta Lake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,403 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Shasta Lake show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Shasta Lake — Students at Shasta Lake score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 42 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: 3.0/10.
How Shasta Lake Compares
See how Shasta Lake performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4411 Mountain Lakes Blvd., Redding, CA 96003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shasta Lake may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redding STEM Academy (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocky Point Charter (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Boulder Creek Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redding, see our Redding schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Valley High Redding | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Grand Oaks Elementary Shasta Lake | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Mountain Lakes High Redding | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Gateway Educational Options Shasta Lake | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Gateway Community Day Redding | 2.4 mi | — |
| Redding STEM Academy Redding | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Shasta County Special Education Redding | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Shasta County Independent Study Redding | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Buckeye School of the Arts Redding | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Redding | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Charter Academy College View Redding | 4.4 mi | — |
| Rocky Point Charter Redding | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Redding | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Turtle Bay Redding | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Shasta View Academy Alturas | 5.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Mountain View Middle Redding | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Columbia-East Valley K-6 Community Day Redding | 5.3 mi | — |
| Redding School of the Arts Redding | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| J.A.W.S Homeschooling Redding | 4.8 mi | — |
| ShadyMontessori Elementary of Shady Oaks Redding | 6.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,801
Median Home Value
$370,500
Median Rent
$1,402/mo
Population
44,068
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
40.6
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| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.9 |
| Catherine Everett Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shasta Lake
What grades does Shasta Lake serve?
Shasta Lake serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shasta Lake?
Shasta Lake has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shasta Lake?
The student-teacher ratio at Shasta Lake is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shasta Lake rank in CA?
Shasta Lake ranks #7,403 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Shasta Lake's MySchoolScout rating?
Shasta Lake has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Shasta Lake?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shasta Lake has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shasta Lake a charter school?
No, Shasta Lake is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shasta Lake a Title I school?
No, Shasta Lake is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shasta Lake?
79.0% of students at Shasta Lake 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (530) 275-7020
Resources & Links
District
Gateway Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,119
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,972
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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