Serving 282 students in grades 5-8, Lakota Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakota Middle School's student population of 282 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakota Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1606 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota Middle School's ranking?
Lakota Middle School is ranked #1606 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Middle School?
282 students attend Lakota Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lakota Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakota Middle School?
Lakota Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota Middle School offer ?
Lakota Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Lakota Middle School part of?
Lakota Middle School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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