Serving 1,157 students in grades 6-8, Lake Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Middle School's student population of 1,157 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#233 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
8%
12%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Middle School's ranking?
Lake Middle School is ranked #233 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lake Middle School often compared to?
Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbury Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Middle School?
1,157 students attend Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lake Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Lake Middle School offer ?
Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Middle School part of?
Lake Middle School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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