Serving 293 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Nine Mile Falls, WA, encompassing approximately 75.9 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to its edge and a maximum reach of 10 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 293 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#293 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #293 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
293 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Nine Mile Falls School District.
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