Lakeside High School is a public high school located in Evans, Georgia, United States, in Columbia County.
Serving 1,909 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 44% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- 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 1,909 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,909 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1988
Colors
Black, Maroon, Silver
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Lakeside High School?
1,909 students attend Lakeside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lakeside High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% 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.
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