Serving 389 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside School's student population of 389 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
35%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside School's ranking?
Lakeside School is ranked #863 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lakeside School often compared to?
Lakeside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lakeside School?
389 students attend Lakeside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lakeside School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside School?
Lakeside School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakeside School offer ?
Lakeside School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeside School part of?
Lakeside School is part of Pompton Lakes School District.
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