Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Motto
Be the Change
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (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
#835 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
23%
36%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Columbia County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #835 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stallings Island Middle School, Evans Middle School, Greenbrier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
498 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lakeside Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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 Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
View the Lakeside Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 04, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 06, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
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