Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 523 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#803 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
25%
36%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #803 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evans Middle School, Stallings Island Middle School, Grovetown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
523 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School (Events)
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
Student Fall Break/District Professional Learning Day (Events)
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Early Release/Last Day of Semester (Events)
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of Second Semester (Events)
January 05, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
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