Blue Lake Union Elementary
172 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Blue Lake Union Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the heart of Blue Lake, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. Nestled in Humboldt County, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a close-knit environment where staff and families work collaboratively to support student growth. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive educational atmosphere that prioritizes academic achievement while honoring the unique cultural and environmental context of the Northern California coastal region.
The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education that balances traditional academic standards with enrichment opportunities. Beyond the core classroom instruction, Blue Lake Union Elementary is known for its focus on social-emotional learning and community engagement, often encouraging students to take an active role in their small-town setting. By maintaining relatively small class sizes, the school ensures that students receive personalized attention, helping to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic confidence as they prepare for their transition to high school.
The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education that balances traditional academic standards with enrichment opportunities. Beyond the core classroom instruction, Blue Lake Union Elementary is known for its focus on social-emotional learning and community engagement, often encouraging students to take an active role in their small-town setting. By maintaining relatively small class sizes, the school ensures that students receive personalized attention, helping to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic confidence as they prepare for their transition to high school.
172
Total Students
11.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 92 |
| Hispanic | 24 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 44 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White92 (53.5 %)
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Two or More44 (25.6 %)
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Hispanic24 (14.0 %)
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American Indian7 (4.1 %)
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Black2 (1.2 %)
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Asian2 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Blue Lake Union Elementary |
| Phone: | (707)668-5674 |
| Website: | http://bluelakeschool.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 172 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 11.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 77 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
17
Grade 1
20
Grade 2
18
Grade 3
21
Grade 4
23
Grade 5
17
Grade 6
20
Grade 7
16
Grade 8
20
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 17 |
| Grade 1 | 20 |
| Grade 2 | 18 |
| Grade 3 | 21 |
| Grade 4 | 23 |
| Grade 5 | 17 |
| Grade 6 | 20 |
| Grade 7 | 16 |
| Grade 8 | 20 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 84 | 48.8% |
| Male | 88 | 51.2% |
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