Serving 675 students in grades 8-9, Lakeside Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakeside Junior High School's student population of 675 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Junior High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
50%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
23%
58%
Hawaiian
23%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeside Junior High School is ranked #839 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside Junior High School often compared to?
Lakeside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Junior High School, Central Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeside Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeside Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
675 students attend Lakeside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lakeside Junior High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 23% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School offer ?
Lakeside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Junior High School part of?
Lakeside Junior High School is part of Springdale School District.
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