Lakeside High School is a public high school located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States. The Garland County school was founded in 1928. For 2010–11, the school enrollment was 1,184 students occupying grades 8 through 12. Its boundary includes Lake Hamilton and a section of Hot Springs.
Serving 1,107 students in grades 8-12, Lakeside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside High School's student population of 1,107 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Motto
Helping all students grow through learning by preparing them for an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Lakeside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#321 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
7%
19%
White
71%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lakeside School District (Garland)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside High School's ranking?
Lakeside High School is ranked #321 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside High School often compared to?
Lakeside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hamilton High School, Hot Springs World Class High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeside High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeside High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lakeside High School?
1,107 students attend Lakeside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakeside High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 High School?
Lakeside High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside High School offer ?
Lakeside High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeside High School part of?
Lakeside High School is part of Lakeside School District (Garland).
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