Serving 769 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lake Mathews Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Mathews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Mathews Elementary School's student population of 769 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Mathews Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Mathews Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1918 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Mathews Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Mathews Elementary School is ranked #1918 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lake Mathews Elementary School?
769 students attend Lake Mathews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lake Mathews Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Mathews Elementary School?
Lake Mathews Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lake Mathews Elementary School offer ?
Lake Mathews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lake Mathews Elementary School part of?
Lake Mathews Elementary School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
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