Lake Forest Middle School

610 Kile Lake Rd
Cleveland, TN 37323
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,127 students in grades 6-8, Lake Forest Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,127 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50% in TN
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lake Forest Middle School's student population of 1,127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,127 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Lake Forest Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
#869 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
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35%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Lake Forest Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lake Forest Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Lake Forest Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
8%
14%
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Black
2%
21%
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White
85%
59%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Tennessee.
0.27
This chart displays the diversity score of Lake Forest Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Lake Forest Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Lake Forest Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lake Forest Middle School's ranking?
Lake Forest Middle School is ranked #869 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lake Forest Middle School often compared to?
Lake Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocoee Middle School, Cleveland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Middle School?
1,127 students attend Lake Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lake Forest Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Forest Middle School?
Lake Forest Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Middle School offer ?
Lake Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Forest Middle School part of?
Lake Forest Middle School is part of Bradley County School District.

School Reviews

5   9/15/2023
best school ever.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - anonymous
5   12/13/2022
Best school ever like fr. The teachers are amazing. I love everything. worth having my mom drive me 15 miles here everyday!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Percussionist
4   7/5/2021
I mean personally I think it''s not way to bad. Most of the teachers are very friendly and really care about the students! I understand why they''d separate male''s and females, and because of the immaturity at our age(s) but. We are segregated from the other side in the cafeteria, and I kinda don''t like it but you know kids are retarded.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Unknown
2   4/7/2017
The school is unorganized. There is little in the way of communication between parents and teachers. My 2nd child attending here did the same as my first. Went into this school with an academic honors rating and by 7th grade had fallen. The children are not challenged and the facilities are in very poor condition
- Posted by Parent - CHarles
5   9/12/2012
I drive my child ten miles each way just to attend Lake Forest. A WONDERFUL SCHOOL WITH ENTHUSIASTIC AND GREAT TEACHERS WHO REALLY CARE ABOUT THE YOUTH.
- Posted by Parent - harol
5   10/6/2006
Show Choir is outstanding...has won lots of awards. Athletics are good, getting better. Girls and Boys are separated in the gym and in the cafeteria, which helps keep a grip on mischief. The teachers are wonderful! Lots of activities, administration is friendly and inviting. Highly recommended!! AAAA+++++++++
- Posted by Parent - tjenk

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,127 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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