Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, Lake Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Middle School's student population of 514 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1626 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
75%
35%
Black
10%
5%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Middle School's ranking?
Lake Middle School is ranked #1626 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lake Middle School often compared to?
Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strive Prep - Lake, Rocky Top Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lake Middle School?
514 students attend Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lake Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Middle School?
Lake Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
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 School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Lake Middle School located?
Lake Middle School is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
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