Serving 601 students in grades 7-8, South Lake Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Lake Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Lake Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lake Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1700 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lake Middle School's ranking?
South Lake Middle School is ranked #1700 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Lake Middle School often compared to?
South Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Lake Middle School?
601 students attend South Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of South Lake Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lake Middle School?
South Lake Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does South Lake Middle School offer ?
South Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is South Lake Middle School part of?
South Lake Middle School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is South Lake Middle School located?
South Lake Middle School is located in the Woodbridge neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Woodbridge.
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