For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,382 students in Lakeport, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 215 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Lakeport, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeport, CA are Natural High (Continuation School), Lloyd Hance Community and Lakeport Community Day. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeport, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Lakeport have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lakeport, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natural High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2508 Howard Ave.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Lloyd Hance Community
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1510 Argonaut Rd.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4167
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-4167
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Lakeport Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2508 Howard Ave.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Gr: 6-10
Rank: #44.
Clear Lake High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 Lange St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3010
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3010
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Lakeport Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Lange St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3005
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3005
Gr: K-4 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Lakeport Alternative (Home School)
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2508 Howard Ave.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3013
Gr: K-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Terrace Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
250 Lange St.
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3007
Lakeport, CA 95453
(707) 262-3007
Gr: 5-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lakeport, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeport, CA include Natural High (Continuation School), Lloyd Hance Community and Lakeport Community Day.
How many public schools are located in Lakeport?
7 public schools are located in Lakeport.
What percentage of students in Lakeport go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Lakeport are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeport?
Lakeport public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lakeport are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lakeport include: Lloyd Hance Community vs. Lakeport Community Day, Lakeport Alternative (Home School) vs. Lloyd Hance Community, Lakeport Alternative (Home School) vs. Lakeport Community Day
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