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Twin Lakes Elementary

Elementary School · San Juan Unified

5515 Main Ave., Orangevale, CA 95662

Enrollment

484

Student-Teacher

25.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,833 of 9,539

In Orangevale

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#25 of 65

San Juan Unified

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Twin Lakes Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Orangevale · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.2/10

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About Twin Lakes Elementary

Twin Lakes Elementary is a public elementary school in Orangevale, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Twin Lakes Elementary serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,833 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Lakes Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Twin Lakes Elementary runs 25.5:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,374
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Twin Lakes Elementary — Students at Twin Lakes Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
42.8%
ELA
51.3%
2024
Math
36.3%
ELA
45.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Twin Lakes Elementary Compares

See how Twin Lakes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in CA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

5515 Main Ave., Orangevale, CA 95662

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Lakes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pershing Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Natoma Station Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORANGEVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orangevale, see our Orangevale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Golden Valley River Orangevale 0.7 mi 3.2
ORANGEVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Orangevale 1.0 mi 6.5
Pershing Elementary Orangevale 1.0 mi 7.2
Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist Orangevale 1.0 mi
Golden Valley Orchard Orangevale 1.5 mi 3.2
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.3 mi 5.3
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.3 mi 5.5
FOLSOM LAKE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Folsom 1.6 mi
House of Bread Christian Academy Orangevale 1.8 mi
Natoma Station Elementary Folsom 1.8 mi 6.8
FOLSOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Folsom 1.7 mi
ODYSSEY LEARNING CENTER Orangevale 2.1 mi 6.5
Ottomon Way Elementary Orangevale 2.1 mi 4.2
Odyssey Learning Center Orangevale 2.1 mi
Andrew Carnegie Middle Orangevale 1.7 mi 4.7
Orangevale Open K-8 Fair Oaks 1.7 mi 5.5
South Sutter Orangevale 2.1 mi
Sutter Middle Folsom 1.8 mi 7.3
Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary Orangevale 2.2 mi 6.0
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle Orangevale 2.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,613

Median Home Value

$500,000

Median Rent

$1,841/mo

Population

31,895

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Lakes Elementary

What grades does Twin Lakes Elementary serve?

Twin Lakes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Twin Lakes Elementary?

Twin Lakes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Lakes Elementary rank in CA?

Twin Lakes Elementary ranks #6,833 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Twin Lakes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Twin Lakes Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Lakes Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Twin Lakes Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Twin Lakes Elementary a Title I school?

No, Twin Lakes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Lakes Elementary?

30.4% of students at Twin Lakes 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sacramento County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

San Juan Unified
District Enrollment
38,488
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,374
District Rank
#25 of 65

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