Serving 1,655 students in grades 7-12, Lake Middle / High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Middle / High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Middle / High School's student population of 1,655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Lake Middle / High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Middle / High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#286 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Middle / High School's ranking?
Lake Middle / High School is ranked #286 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lake Middle / High School often compared to?
Lake Middle / High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover High School, Jackson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Middle / High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Middle / High School is 98%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lake Middle / High School?
1,655 students attend Lake Middle / High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lake Middle / High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Middle / High School?
Lake Middle / High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Middle / High School offer ?
Lake Middle / High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Middle / High School part of?
Lake Middle / High School is part of Lake Local School District.
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