Lake Forest Elementary

2240 Sailsbury Dr.
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

www.lakeforestlakers.com

421 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Lake Forest Elementary, located in the planned community of El Dorado Hills, California, serves as a central hub for academic and social development within the Buckeye Union School District. Known for its "Laker" mascot and school pride, the institution emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere where educators, students, and families work collaboratively to create a safe and engaging learning environment.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Lake Forest Elementary is recognized for its commitment to enrichment and student well-being. The school encourages participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and utilizes modern educational strategies to prepare students for the transition to middle school. With its focus on rigorous standards and fostering a positive school culture, the campus remains a focal point for the families of El Dorado Hills, dedicated to cultivating lifelong learners who are well-equipped for future success.

421

Total Students

21.1

Full-Time Teachers

20.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lake Forest Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	317
Hispanic	78
Asian	15
Two or More	10
Pacific Islander	1

White
317 (75.3%)
Hispanic
78 (18.5%)
Asian
15 (3.6%)
Two or More
10 (2.4%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Rescue Union Elementary
Phone:	(916)933-0652
Website:	http://www.lakeforestlakers.com
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	421
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	57
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 87

Grade 1 49

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 77

Grade 4 62

Grade 5 81