Best Schools in Lakeside, Arizona
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lakeside by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Blue Ridge High School
High · Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Blue Ridge JR High School
Middle · Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lakeside for 2026 are Blue Ridge High School (6.5/10), Blue Ridge JR High School (6.1/10), and Blue Ridge Elementary School (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$250,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$250,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lakeside
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Ridge High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Blue Ridge JR High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Blue Ridge Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $56,837
- Median home value
- $250,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lakeside compares
Arizona rank
#69 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
80% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lakeside, Arizona
Lakeside, Arizona is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Lakeside show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lakeside is Blue Ridge High School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lakeside is served by 1 school district: Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). These districts collectively serve 1,677 students.
Lakeside's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,837. The poverty rate in the area is 13.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 810 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 231 students · 7th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 636 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Lakeside
Lakeside, Arizona · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,837
Median Home Value
$250,100
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
7,280
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Community Profile
Lakeside has a median household income of $56,837. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $250,100, with a median rent of $1,117/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lakeside, Arizona
How many schools are in Lakeside, Arizona?
Lakeside has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lakeside, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lakeside is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lakeside, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Lakeside on MySchoolScout is Blue Ridge High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lakeside, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lakeside on MySchoolScout is Blue Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Lakeside, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Lakeside on MySchoolScout is Blue Ridge JR High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Lakeside, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Lakeside on MySchoolScout is Blue Ridge High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lakeside, Arizona?
Lakeside is served by 1 school district: Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397).
What is the education level in Lakeside, Arizona?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Lakeside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lakeside, Arizona?
The median household income in Lakeside is approximately $56,837 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lakeside, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lakeside is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lakeside, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.