Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lakeside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 722 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
93%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeside Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lakeside Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bigfork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Elementary School?
279 students attend Lakeside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lakeside Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Elementary School?
Lakeside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lakeside Elementary School offer ?
Lakeside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Elementary School part of?
Lakeside Elementary School is part of Somers Elementary School District.
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