Serving 1,305 students in grades 5-10, Lakeland Preparatory School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-10
- Enrollment: 1,305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeland Preparatory School's student population of 1,305 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeland Preparatory School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeland Preparatory School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
14%
21%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland Preparatory School's ranking?
Lakeland Preparatory School is ranked #161 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lakeland Preparatory School often compared to?
Lakeland Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lakeland Preparatory School?
1,305 students attend Lakeland Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lakeland Preparatory School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeland Preparatory School?
Lakeland Preparatory School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeland Preparatory School offer ?
Lakeland Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 5-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeland Preparatory School part of?
Lakeland Preparatory School is part of Lakeland School District.
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