Serving 359 students in grades 5-7, Lake Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Middle School's student population of 359 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1516 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Middle School's ranking?
Lake Middle School is ranked #1516 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lake Middle School often compared to?
Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Elementary School, Lake High School, Perrysburg Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lake Middle School?
359 students attend Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lake Middle School students are White, 11% 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 Middle School?
Lake Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Middle School offer ?
Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Lake Middle School part of?
Lake Middle School is part of Lake Local School District.
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