Serving 623 students in grades 7-12, Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 623 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
Red and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
66 acres
School Rankings
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1388 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
90%
60%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1388 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School?
623 students attend Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School?
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Lakeland Jr. Sr. High School is part of Lakeland School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The quality of academic programs leave much to be desired. This school does not prepare our students for college. They are more concerned about the colors our students are wearing than the huge drug problem in the school!
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