Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Lakeside School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside School is 0.56, 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
#819 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
33%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
58%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside School's ranking?
Lakeside School is ranked #819 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lakeside School often compared to?
Lakeside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lakeside School?
370 students attend Lakeside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lakeside School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside School?
Lakeside School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakeside School offer ?
Lakeside School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside School part of?
Lakeside School is part of Pompton Lakes School District.
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