Serving 463 students in grades 7-8, Lakeview Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeview Junior High School's student population of 463 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Dream, Believe, Act, and Achieve!
School Rankings
Lakeview Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Junior High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4178 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeview Junior High School is ranked #4178 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lakeview Junior High School often compared to?
Lakeview Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandenberg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Junior High School?
463 students attend Lakeview Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lakeview Junior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Junior High School?
Lakeview Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lakeview Junior High School offer ?
Lakeview Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lakeview Junior High School part of?
Lakeview Junior High School is part of Orcutt Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A good school with great teachers! There are sports such as volley ball and basket ball. Would be nice if had tennis courts but o well.
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