Serving 556 students in grades 7-8, Lakeside Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Junior High School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Junior High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
8%
19%
White
72%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeside Junior High School is ranked #212 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
556 students attend Lakeside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lakeside Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School offer ?
Lakeside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lakeside Junior High School part of?
Lakeside Junior High School is part of Lakeside School Dist(Garland) School District.
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