Serving 1,112 students in grades 9-12, Lakeside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside High School's student population of 1,112 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
8%
19%
White
72%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside High School's ranking?
Lakeside High School is ranked #335 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside High School often compared to?
Lakeside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hamilton High School, Hot Springs World Class High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeside High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeside High School is 88%, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lakeside High School?
1,112 students attend Lakeside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lakeside High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside High School?
Lakeside High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside High School offer ?
Lakeside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside High School part of?
Lakeside High School is part of Lakeside School District.
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