Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lakeside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lakeside Elementary School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1532 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
66%
13%
White
7%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeside Elementary School is ranked #1532 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lakeside Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Elementary School?
555 students attend Lakeside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lakeside Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Elementary School?
Lakeside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeside Elementary School offer ?
Lakeside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Lakeside Elementary School part of?
Lakeside Elementary School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakeside Elementary School located?
Lakeside Elementary School is located in the East Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in East Warren.
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