Serving 311 students in grades 5-8, Lakeville 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 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeville Middle School's student population of 311 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeville 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 Lakeville Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2528 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeville Middle School's ranking?
Lakeville Middle School is ranked #2528 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeville Middle School?
311 students attend Lakeville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lakeville Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeville Middle School?
Lakeville Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeville Middle School offer ?
Lakeville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Lakeville Middle School part of?
Lakeville Middle School is part of Lakeville Community School District.
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