Serving 1,387 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 1,387 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
44%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #130 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
1,387 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
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