Very Good
#1080 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Lakeside Junior High School
Middle School · CLAY
2750 MOODY AVE, Orange Park, FL 32073
Enrollment
924
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
924
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,080 of 3,778
In Orange Park
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#16 of 47
CLAY
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lakeside Junior High School
Middle School in Orange Park · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakeside Junior High School
Lakeside Junior High School is a public middle school in Orange Park, FL, part of CLAY. Lakeside Junior High School serves approximately 924 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeside Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,080 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeside Junior High School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Lakeside Junior High School — Students at Lakeside Junior High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.6/10.
How Lakeside Junior High School Compares
See how Lakeside Junior High 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
2750 MOODY AVE, Orange Park, FL 32073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeside Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ORANGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLEMING ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orange Park, see our Orange Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,139
Median Home Value
$258,100
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
42,825
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeside Junior High School
What grades does Lakeside Junior High School serve?
Lakeside Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?
Lakeside Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 924 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Junior High School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeside Junior High School rank in FL?
Lakeside Junior High School ranks #1,080 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lakeside Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeside Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeside Junior High School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakeside Junior High School a charter school?
No, Lakeside Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeside Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Lakeside Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeside Junior High School?
50.1% of students at Lakeside Junior High 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
- 924
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (904) 336-5575
Resources & Links
District
CLAY- District Enrollment
- 39,362
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #16 of 47
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