Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Lakeview Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeview Middle serves the eastern part of Watsonville, CA, covering an area of approximately 32.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeview Middle School's student population of 425 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeview Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Middle School is 0.10, 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
#8905 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Middle School's ranking?
Lakeview Middle School is ranked #8905 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Middle School?
425 students attend Lakeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lakeview Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Middle School?
Lakeview Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lakeview Middle School offer ?
Lakeview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeview Middle School part of?
Lakeview Middle School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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