13 schools in Lakeside
In Lakeside, public K-12 schools number 13 and serve approximately 6,631 students across 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.
7-year change in Lakeside
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barona Indian Charter | Elementary | KG-08 | 86 |
| DREAM Academy | Elementary | KG-08 | 138 |
| El Capitan High | High | 09-12 | 1,810 |
| Lakeside Early Advantage Preschool | Elementary | M-M | · |
| Lakeside Farms Elementary | Elementary | KG-05 | 667 |
| Lakeside Middle | Middle | 06-08 | 724 |
| Lakeview Elementary | Elementary | KG-05 | 666 |
| Lemon Crest Elementary | Elementary | KG-05 | 437 |
| Lindo Park Elementary | Elementary | KG-05 | 421 |
| River Valley Charter | High | 07-12 | 231 |
| Riverview Elementary | Elementary | 02-05 | 469 |
| Tierra del Sol Middle | Middle | 06-08 | 713 |
| Winter Gardens Elementary | Elementary | KG-01 | 269 |
About Lakeside
Lakeside is a middle-population California city in terms of public-school footprint, with 13 schools and 6,631 students total.
On the level-by-level breakdown, the city spans 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.
Average school size in Lakeside is around 510 students, 12% below the California average of about 578.
Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 6,631 students, decreased 8% from the 7,225 reported in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment declined from 57% to 48%.
On this page, the community for Lakeside discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.