Serving 654 students in grades 8-9, Lakeside Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Lakeside Junior High School's student population of 654 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeside Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Junior High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#870 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
46%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
22%
57%
Hawaiian
27%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Springdale School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Junior High School's ranking?
Lakeside Junior High School is ranked #870 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lakeside Junior High School often compared to?
Lakeside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Junior High School, Central Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeside Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeside Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
654 students attend Lakeside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lakeside Junior High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Hawaiian, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School offer ?
Lakeside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeside Junior High School part of?
Lakeside Junior High School is part of Springdale School District.
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