Serving 1,861 students in grades 9-12, Lakeside High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside High School's student population of 1,861 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,861 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Year Founded
1988
School Rankings
Lakeside High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
17%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Maroon, Silver
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside High School's ranking?
Lakeside High School is ranked #462 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lakeside High School often compared to?
Lakeside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeside High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeside High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Lakeside High School?
1,861 students attend Lakeside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lakeside High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside High School?
Lakeside High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside High School offer ?
Lakeside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside High School part of?
Lakeside High School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
View the Lakeside High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
SCHOOL CLOSED - Veterans Day
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Winter Holiday
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Winter Holiday
December 28, 2026 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED
January 04, 2027 (Monday)
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