LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lakeside Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lakeside Joint school district, located in Los Gatos, CA with about 74 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Lakeside Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lakeside Elementary School is a small, K-5 public school located in a scenic, rural setting on Black Road in Los Gatos, California. As part of the Lakeside Joint School District, it is uniquely characterized by its intimate, close-knit campus environment, which allows for smaller class sizes and a highly personalized approach to student learning. The school is known for fostering a supportive community atmosphere where educators, students, and parents work closely together, making it a distinct alternative to the larger, more traditional schools found in the surrounding Los Gatos area.

Academically, Lakeside emphasizes a balanced curriculum that leverages its natural surroundings, often incorporating the beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains into the student experience. Because of its size and location, the school prioritizes a strong sense of community and social-emotional development alongside core academic requirements. It is an ideal environment for families seeking a quiet, peaceful educational setting that feels more like a private-school experience while operating within the public school system.

For more information, contact Lakeside Elementary at (408) 354-2372 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.