Serving 1,129 students in grades 5-8, Lakeview Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakeview Middle School's student population of 1,129 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeview Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1965 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Middle School's ranking?
Lakeview Middle School is ranked #1965 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeview Middle School often compared to?
Lakeview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Middle School?
1,129 students attend Lakeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lakeview Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeview Middle School?
Lakeview Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeview Middle School offer ?
Lakeview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeview Middle School part of?
Lakeview Middle School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun) School District.
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