Serving 1,344 students in grades 7-9, Lakeridge Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeridge Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakeridge Jr High School's student population of 1,344 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Gold, Cardinal
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Lakeridge Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeridge Jr High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
58%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alpine School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopard
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeridge Jr High School's ranking?
Lakeridge Jr High School is ranked #447 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Lakeridge Jr High School often compared to?
Lakeridge Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orem Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Lakeridge Jr High School?
1,344 students attend Lakeridge Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lakeridge Jr High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeridge Jr High School?
Lakeridge Jr High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lakeridge Jr High School offer ?
Lakeridge Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Lakeridge Jr High School part of?
Lakeridge Jr High School is part of Alpine School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love Lakeridge! I really enjoy all the different kind of classes you can take.I love the music classes there, and i love how you can do open gym in some sports, it gives you the opportunity to see how well your doing in that sport and what you need to work on to improve on the sport.
I love the Lakeridge facilitie! They are so kind to everyone ! They never want anyone to fail.They bend over backwards to help every student that they can, and they do all they can for that student.
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