Serving 733 students in grades 7-8, Lakeshore Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeshore Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Grand Haven, MI, covering approximately 89.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeshore Middle School's student population of 733 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeshore Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Middle School is 0.29, 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
#310 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Middle School's ranking?
Lakeshore Middle School is ranked #310 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeshore Middle School often compared to?
Lakeshore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allendale Middle School, White Pines Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Middle School?
733 students attend Lakeshore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lakeshore Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeshore Middle School?
Lakeshore Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Middle School offer ?
Lakeshore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeshore Middle School part of?
Lakeshore Middle School is part of Grand Haven Area School District.
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