Serving 265 students in grades 6-8, Lake City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake City Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Lake City, MI school district, encompassing approximately 266.2 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 21.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake City Middle School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Lake City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake City Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1775 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake City Middle School's ranking?
Lake City Middle School is ranked #1775 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lake City Middle School?
265 students attend Lake City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lake City Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake City Middle School?
Lake City Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake City Middle School offer ?
Lake City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake City Middle School part of?
Lake City Middle School is part of Lake City Area School District.
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