Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, Lake Shore Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Shore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Shore Middle School's student population of 332 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Shore Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Shore Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 1991 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Shore Middle School's ranking?
Lake Shore Middle School is ranked #99 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lake Shore Middle School often compared to?
Lake Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steffen Middle School, John Long Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lake Shore Middle School?
332 students attend Lake Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lake Shore Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Shore Middle School?
Lake Shore Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Shore Middle School offer ?
Lake Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Shore Middle School part of?
Lake Shore Middle School is part of Mequon-Thiensville School District.
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