Serving 288 students in grades 5-8, Lakota Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakota Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kansas, OH, covering approximately 127.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various locations within the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakota Middle School's student population of 288 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakota Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1582 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lakota Navy Blue, Lakota White, Lakota Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota Middle School's ranking?
Lakota Middle School is ranked #1582 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Middle School?
288 students attend Lakota Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lakota Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakota Middle School?
Lakota Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota Middle School offer ?
Lakota Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakota Middle School part of?
Lakota Middle School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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