Excellent
#487 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Lakeside Middle
Middle School · Little Lake City Elementary
11000 East Kenney St., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#487 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#1 of 21
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Little Lake City Elementary
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Lakeside Middle
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About Lakeside Middle
Lakeside Middle is a public middle school in Norwalk, CA, part of Little Lake City Elementary. Lakeside Middle serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #487 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeside Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Lakeside Middle
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lakeside Middle — Students at Lakeside Middle score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Lakeside Middle Compares
See how Lakeside Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11000 East Kenney St., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeside Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lake Center Middle (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe Springs), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Downey), a more accessible option. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 0.8 mi | — |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| St. Pius X Parish School Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 1.2 mi | — |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 1.2 mi | — |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeland Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,709
Median Home Value
$616,600
Median Rent
$2,014/mo
Population
100,808
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeside Middle
What grades does Lakeside Middle serve?
Lakeside Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lakeside Middle?
Lakeside Middle has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Middle is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeside Middle rank in CA?
Lakeside Middle ranks #487 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lakeside Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeside Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lakeside Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeside Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakeside Middle a charter school?
No, Lakeside Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeside Middle a Title I school?
No, Lakeside Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeside Middle?
82.7% of students at Lakeside Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (562) 868-9442
Resources & Links
District
Little Lake City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,656
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,951
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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