Best Schools in Lakeside, Ohio
1 schools · 1 Middle
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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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Danbury Middle School
Middle · Danbury Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$274,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.6
out of 10
Median Home
$274,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lakeside
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danbury Middle School | 8.6 / 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
- 8.6/10
- Median household income
- $76,627
- Median home value
- $274,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lakeside compares
Median household income
$77k
108% of Ohio median
About Schools in Lakeside, Ohio
Lakeside, Ohio is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.6 out of 10, schools in Lakeside perform strongly 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 Danbury Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lakeside is served by 1 school district: Danbury Local. These districts collectively serve 544 students.
Lakeside's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,627. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 120 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 |
Schools in Lakeside
Lakeside, Ohio · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,627
Median Home Value
$274,700
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
4,133
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Lakeside has a median household income of $76,627. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $274,700, with a median rent of $863/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Ohio
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lakeside, Ohio
How many schools are in Lakeside, Ohio?
Lakeside has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lakeside, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lakeside is 8.6 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, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Lakeside on MySchoolScout is Danbury Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Lakeside, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Lakeside on MySchoolScout is Danbury Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Lakeside, Ohio?
Lakeside is served by 1 school district: Danbury Local.
What is the education level in Lakeside, Ohio?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Lakeside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lakeside, Ohio?
The median household income in Lakeside is approximately $76,627 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lakeside, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lakeside is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lakeside, Ohio?
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, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.