Serving 545 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 545 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
6%
22%
White
64%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #225 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph T Henley Middle School, Jack Jouett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
545 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Albemarle Co PBLC Schs School District.
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