Serving 705 students in grades 2-4, Lakeside Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Intermediate School's student population of 705 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
School Motto
Lakeside School District is committed to helping all students grow through learning by preparing them for an ever-changing world and by providing a learning environment which will facilitate the total development of each person.
School Rankings
Lakeside Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Intermediate School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
6%
19%
White
70%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Intermediate School's ranking?
Lakeside Intermediate School is ranked #165 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside Intermediate School often compared to?
Lakeside Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hamilton Elementary School, Lake Hamilton Interm. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Intermediate School?
705 students attend Lakeside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lakeside Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Intermediate School?
Lakeside Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Intermediate School offer ?
Lakeside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Intermediate School part of?
Lakeside Intermediate School is part of Lakeside School Dist(Garland) School District.
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