Serving 1,160 students in grades 6-8, Lake Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Middle School's student population of 1,160 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#289 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Middle School's ranking?
Lake Middle School is ranked #289 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lake Middle School often compared to?
Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbury Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Middle School?
1,160 students attend Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lake Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Middle School?
Lake Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Middle School offer ?
Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Middle School part of?
Lake Middle School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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