Serving 1,173 students in grades 6-8, Lake Forest Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Forest Middle School serves the southern part of Cleveland, TN, covering an area of approximately 156.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Forest Middle School's student population of 1,173 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,173 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
78 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Lake Forest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#943 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Middle School's ranking?
Lake Forest Middle School is ranked #943 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lake Forest Middle School often compared to?
Lake Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocoee Middle School, Cleveland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Middle School?
1,173 students attend Lake Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lake Forest Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Lake Forest Middle School offer ?
Lake Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Forest Middle School part of?
Lake Forest Middle School is part of Bradley County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Show Choir is outstanding...has won lots of awards. Athletics are good, getting better. Girls and Boys are separated in the gym and in the cafeteria, which helps keep a grip on mischief. The teachers are wonderful! Lots of activities, administration is friendly and inviting. Highly recommended!! AAAA+++++++++
5 10/10/2025
I drive my child ten miles each way just to attend Lake Forest. A WONDERFUL SCHOOL WITH ENTHUSIASTIC AND GREAT TEACHERS WHO REALLY CARE ABOUT THE YOUTH.
2 10/10/2025
The school is unorganized. There is little in the way of communication between parents and teachers. My 2nd child attending here did the same as my first. Went into this school with an academic honors rating and by 7th grade had fallen. The children are not challenged and the facilities are in very poor condition
4 10/10/2025
I mean personally I think it''s not way to bad. Most of the teachers are very friendly and really care about the students! I understand why they''d separate male''s and females, and because of the immaturity at our age(s) but. We are segregated from the other side in the cafeteria, and I kinda don''t like it but you know kids are retarded.
5 10/10/2025
Best school ever like fr. The teachers are amazing. I love everything. worth having my mom drive me 15 miles here everyday!
5 10/10/2025
best school ever.
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