Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, Lake Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Middle School's student population of 603 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering culture for all students
School Rankings
Lake Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1598 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
79%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Middle School's ranking?
Lake Middle School is ranked #1598 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lake Middle School often compared to?
Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Top Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lake Middle School?
603 students attend Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Lake Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Middle School?
Lake Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Middle School offer ?
Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Middle School part of?
Lake Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Lake Middle School located?
Lake Middle School is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
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