Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, Lakeshore Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeshore Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeshore Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Middle School's ranking?
Lakeshore Middle School is ranked #420 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeshore Middle School often compared to?
Lakeshore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Middle School?
611 students attend Lakeshore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lakeshore Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeshore Middle School?
Lakeshore Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Middle School offer ?
Lakeshore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeshore Middle School part of?
Lakeshore Middle School is part of Lakeshore School District (Berrien).
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