Serving 929 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 929 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
929 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2043 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Black
33%
14%
White
24%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Millville School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #2043 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
929 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lakeside Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
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 Millville School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Lakeside Middle School is very nice. I am going to the 9th grade in 1 month, which means that I just left Lakeside in June. I have been there since 6th grade, and enjoyed it ever since. The teachers are very nice and push you to do your best. To be honest, there are students there that only have their minds set on drama and fighting. That's only about 5 students in each grade level that only want to fight. When I was at Lakeside, I didn't really care about my education. I only cared about seeing my friends. But, now that I''ve left, I really appreciate all of the teachers'' help. People say that Lakeside is a ghetto school, but it's really not. Mr.Denning, the principal, gave us important speeches about our goals in life. He thinks of new ideas all of the time to give us a better education, and for most of the students there, it really works and helps them. There are even students there who think of great ideas to make Lakeside an even better school than what it already is. So, if you''re thinking about applying your child to Lakeside Middle School, there isn't one reason why I would say no to that. To conclude this review, Lakeside Middle School is absolutely amazing and will make you and your child very happy. I hope this review helped. Thank you.
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