Serving 924 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Junior High School's student population of 924 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
924 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Junior High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#479 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
19%
37%

Black
12%
21%

White
59%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeside Junior High School is ranked #479 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeside Junior High School often compared to?
Lakeside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Asbury Junior High School, Orange Park Junior High School, Green Cove Springs Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
924 students attend Lakeside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lakeside Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School offer ?
Lakeside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakeside Junior High School part of?
Lakeside Junior High School is part of Clay School District.
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