Lake Elementary School

This playground for kids to have fun at Lake Elementary School in Vista.

Aerial view of the campus and blacktop at Lake Elementary School in Vista.

The Benches and common area at Lake Elementary School in Vista.

Lake Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

4950 Lake Blvd, Oceanside, CA

Ocean Hills Neighborhood

Vista Unified School District

698 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Krista Berntsen

Student Teacher Ratio
28:1

Math Proficiency
48%

Reading Proficiency
51%

B+

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

51%

Math Proficiency

48%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 28:1 Teachers 25	Full Time Teachers 25
Teachers in First or Second Year 19.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

684:1

Student Diversity

Male 50.9%	Female 49.1%
White 56.6%	Hispanic 31.8%
Two or more races 7%	Asian 1.9%
Black 1.4%	Filipino <1%
Pacific Islander <1%	Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

3/11/2025

Lake Elementary has been nothing but a top tier school. Great teachers, families, and students. I've been on campus to volunteer on multiple occasions and then feeling tone is very positive and welcoming.

5.0 parent

3/10/2025

I am incredibly pleased with my daughter's experience at this school over the past two years. From day one, she has genuinely loved coming to school, and I have witnessed her grow tremendously—both academically and personally. The teachers here are truly dedicated and caring, always making sure that...

5.0 parent

3/4/2025

Long time teacher and parent here.Test scores do not give the whole picture of a school. Students in general are kind and excited to be there.We’re very happy with the administrators and teachers we’ve had contact with. People genuinely care about kids and families.

5.0 parent

1/15/2025

Our family loves Lake! We have two kids that attend here. All of our teachers have been so kind, compassionate and engaged with the kids. They really love their job and are great at it! The school has a ton of awesome clubs and after school activities for the whole family. The music teacher is absol...

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Average Home Value

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Median Lot Size

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% Renters

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Average Household Income

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% of College Grads

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Rancho Buena Vista High School

9th to 12th
Public

A-

Major General Raymond Murray High School

10th to 12th
Public

Sage Creek High

9th to 12th
Public

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Lake Park

Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground

Buena Vista Park

Oak Riparian Park

Picnic Area
Trails
Playground

Buena Vista Ball Park

Calavera Lake

Bike Trails
Lake
Trails

Breeze Hill Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area

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California San Diego County Oceanside 92056 Ocean Hills

Lake Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Oceanside, CA and is served by the Vista Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 698 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 28:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. Lake Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,112,562. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rancho Buena Vista High School, Major General Raymond Murray High School, Sage Creek High, and more. Learn more about what Oceanside has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lake Elementary School.

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