Serving 546 students in grades 5-6, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 546 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.45, which is less 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
#208 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
7%
19%
White
73%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #208 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hamilton Middle School, Fountain Lake Middle School Cobra Digital Prep Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% 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 Middle School?
546 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Lakeside School Dist(Garland) School District.
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