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#3035 of 3,441 schools in OH

Lakeside Junior High School

Middle School · Ashtabula Area City

6620 Sanborn Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

4.1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,035 of 3,441

In Ashtabula

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Ashtabula Area City

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Lakeside Junior High School

4.1/10

Middle School in Ashtabula · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.1/10

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3.4/10

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About Lakeside Junior High School

Lakeside Junior High School is a public middle school in Ashtabula, OH, part of Ashtabula Area City. Lakeside Junior High School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeside Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,035 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Lakeside Junior High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.8
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Lakeside Junior High School runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

57% of students at Lakeside Junior High 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,337
Chronic Absenteeism56.6%

Lakeside Junior High School — Students at Lakeside Junior High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
60%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
27.1%
ELA
41.9%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Lakeside Junior High School Compares

See how Lakeside Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in OH
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6620 Sanborn Rd, Ashtabula, OH 44004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakeside Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jefferson Area Junior High School (rated 5.4/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Jefferson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Geneva Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wallace H Braden Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ashtabula, see our Ashtabula schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeside High School Ashtabula 0.2 mi 3.1
Michigan Primary School Ashtabula 2.0 mi 3.4
Erie Intermediate School Ashtabula 2.1 mi 3.5
Superior Intermediate School Ashtabula 2.1 mi 5.3
Ontario Primary School Ashtabula 2.1 mi 6.0
Huron Primary School Ashtabula 2.1 mi 3.0
CHRISTIAN FAITH ACADEMY Ashtabula 2.7 mi 7.1
ST JOHNS SCHOOL Ashtabula 2.7 mi 7.3
Wallace H Braden Middle School Ashtabula 3.4 mi 4.2
Ridgeview Elementary School Ashtabula 3.7 mi 5.7
GRAND RIVER ACADEMY Austinburg 5.3 mi 7.8
Austinburg Elementary School Austinburg 5.3 mi 8.6
Edgewood High School Ashtabula 5.6 mi 5.1
Geneva High School Geneva 6.2 mi 5.3
Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School Geneva 6.1 mi 5.3
Jefferson Area Local Schools Online Jefferson 7.8 mi
Jefferson Area Sr High School Jefferson 8.0 mi 5.6
Jefferson Area Junior High School Jefferson 8.0 mi 5.4
Jefferson Elementary Jefferson 8.3 mi 5.9
Geneva Middle School Geneva 6.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,507

Median Home Value

$120,300

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

31,076

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

43.4

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Mad River Middle School Dayton, OH 4.1
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Highview 6th Grade Center Middletown, OH 4.0
Pleasant Run Middle School Cincinnati, OH 4.0

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 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Lakeside Junior High School?

Lakeside Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Junior High School is 20.1:1. 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 OH?

Lakeside Junior High School ranks #3,035 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Lakeside Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakeside Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Ashtabula County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.6%

District

Ashtabula Area City
District Enrollment
2,883
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,337
District Rank
#3 of 7

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