Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, Lakeshore Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeshore Middle School's student population of 531 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeshore Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Middle 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
#1014 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
64%
42%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Middle School's ranking?
Lakeshore Middle School is ranked #1014 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakeshore Middle School often compared to?
Lakeshore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Middle School?
531 students attend Lakeshore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lakeshore Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeshore Middle School?
Lakeshore Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Middle School offer ?
Lakeshore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeshore Middle School part of?
Lakeshore Middle School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools.
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