Serving 720 students in grades 2-4, Lakeside Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 2-4
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Intermediate School's student population of 720 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Intermediate School is 0.48, 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
#171 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
8%
19%
White
71%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Intermediate School's ranking?
Lakeside Intermediate School is ranked #171 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside Intermediate School often compared to?
Lakeside Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hamilton Elementary School, Lake Hamilton Interm. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Intermediate School?
720 students attend Lakeside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakeside Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Intermediate School?
Lakeside Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Intermediate School offer ?
Lakeside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Lakeside Intermediate School part of?
Lakeside Intermediate School is part of Lakeside School District.
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