Serving 581 students in grades 7-8, Lakeside Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Junior High School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeside Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
7%
19%
White
70%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
22.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeside Junior High School is ranked #145 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
581 students attend Lakeside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lakeside Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School offer ?
Lakeside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lakeside Junior High School part of?
Lakeside Junior High School is part of Lakeside School District (Garland).
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