Serving 723 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeside Junior High School's student population of 723 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Junior High School is 0.52, 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
#433 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
67%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeside Junior High School is ranked #433 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeside Junior High School often compared to?
Lakeside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Cove Springs Junior High School, Orange Park Junior High School, Lake Asbury Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
723 students attend Lakeside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lakeside Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School offer ?
Lakeside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeside Junior High School part of?
Lakeside Junior High School is part of Clay School District.
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