Serving 724 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Middle serves the southwest part of Lakeside, CA, covering approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 2.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 724 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting Passion in Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Opportunities!
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 0.60, 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
#4484 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
53%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
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 #4484 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 Tierra Del Sol Middle School, Rio Seco Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
724 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher 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 Lakeside Union Elementary School District.
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