Average
#1586 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 42% in state
Lake Shore Middle School
Middle School · PALM BEACH
425 W CANAL ST N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,586 of 3,778
In Belle Glade
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#124 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Lake Shore Middle School
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About Lake Shore Middle School
Lake Shore Middle School is a public middle school in Belle Glade, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Lake Shore Middle School serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Shore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,586 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Shore Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lake Shore Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Lake Shore Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lake Shore Middle School — Students at Lake Shore Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Lake Shore Middle School Compares
See how Lake Shore Middle School 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
425 W CANAL ST N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Shore Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GLADES DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Pahokee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Clewiston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belle Glade, see our Belle Glade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELLE GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| GOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade | 2.3 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade | 3.3 mi | — |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee | 7.1 mi | 2.8 |
| THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee | 8.6 mi | 7.7 |
| GAP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pahokee | 9.2 mi | 4.3 |
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee | 9.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH Pahokee | 9.4 mi | 7.8 |
| PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pahokee | 9.5 mi | 8.1 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point | 12.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CLEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Clewiston | 15.9 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.4 mi | 8.1 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,690
Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
19,773
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
34.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DESTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Destin, FL | 6.7 |
| IMATER ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 6.7 |
| LAKE ALFRED POLYTECH ACADEMY Lake Alfred, FL | 6.7 |
| MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 6.7 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 6.7 |
| RUTH RAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Cross City, FL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Shore Middle School
What grades does Lake Shore Middle School serve?
Lake Shore Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lake Shore Middle School?
Lake Shore Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Shore Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Shore Middle School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Shore Middle School rank in FL?
Lake Shore Middle School ranks #1,586 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lake Shore Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Shore Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Lake Shore Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Shore Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lake Shore Middle School a charter school?
No, Lake Shore Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Shore Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lake Shore Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Shore Middle School?
83.0% of students at Lake Shore Middle School 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
- 681
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (561) 829-1100
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #124 of 221
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