What types of schools are available in Lake Forest, California?

Lake Forest, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Lake Forest, California

Q: How many schools are in Lake Forest, California?

There are 10 schools in Lake Forest, California, serving 7,466 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Lake Forest?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Lake Forest, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 10 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

7,466

Total Students

Across Lake Forest

23.9:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

10 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)10 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,902 students at El Toro High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 21:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley

charter schoolelementaryK-5

22882 Loumont Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Lake Forest Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

21801 Pittsford Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630

25350 Serrano Rd., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

23882 Landisview Ave., Lake Forest, CA 92630

25255 Toledo Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630

23391 Dune Mear Rd., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Rancho Canada Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

21801 Winding Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630

Santiago Steam Magnet Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

24982 Rivendell Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

24642 Jeronimo Rd., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Oxford Preparatory Academy - Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

22882 Loumont Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Detailed Overview of Schools in Lake Forest

Lake Forest, California is home to 10 schools serving over 7,466 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Lake Forest, California?

There are 10 schools in Lake Forest, serving 7,466 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Lake Forest?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Lake Forest include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Lake Forest?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Lake Forest is 23.9:1.

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