Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, Lakeview Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeview Middle School's student population of 651 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeview Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
75%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Middle School's ranking?
Lakeview Middle School is ranked #360 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lakeview Middle School often compared to?
Lakeview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walden Middle School, Plaza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Middle School?
651 students attend Lakeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lakeview Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeview Middle School?
Lakeview Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
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 Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakeview Middle School located?
Lakeview Middle School is located in the Hawthorne Picture Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Hawthorne Picture Hills.
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