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Best 92040 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,590 students in 92040, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92040, CA are Lakeview Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School and Dream Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92040 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92040, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92040, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9205 Lakeview Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2652
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9308 Winter Gardens Blvd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2662
Gr: 2-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Dream Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
11838 Valle Vista Rd
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2600
Gr: K-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Lakeside Farms Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11915 Lakeside Ave.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2646
Gr: K-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11833 Woodside Ave.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2636
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Tierra Del Sol Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9611 Petite Ln.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2670
Gr: 6-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Lemon Crest Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
12463 Lemon Crest Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2527
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #88.
Barona Indian Charter
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1095 Barona Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 443-0948
Gr: K-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Lindo Park Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
12824 Lakeshore Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2656
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Winter Gardens Elementary School
8501 Pueblo Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2687
Gr: K-1 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92040, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92040, CA include Lakeview Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School and Dream Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92040?
10 public elementary schools are located in 92040.
What is the racial composition of students in 92040?
92040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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