Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Middle serves a central area of approximately 3.2 square miles in Norwalk, CA, with typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 509 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3292 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #3292 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Center Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
509 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lakeside Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Little Lake City Elementary School District.
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