Needs Improvement
#1101 of 1,176 schools in SC
Lakeview Middle
Middle School · Greenville 01
3801 Old Buncombe Road, Greenville, SC 29617
Enrollment
753
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
753
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#1,101 of 1,176
In Greenville
#50 of 51
public schools
In district
#87 of 88
Greenville 01
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Lakeview Middle
Middle School in Greenville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakeview Middle
Lakeview Middle is a public middle school in Greenville, SC, part of Greenville 01. Lakeview Middle serves approximately 753 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,101 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeview Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- SC avg 5.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Lakeview Middle 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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Lakeview Middle — Students at Lakeview Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.9/10.
How Lakeview Middle Compares
See how Lakeview 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
3801 Old Buncombe Road, Greenville, SC 29617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeview Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Legacy Early College (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stone Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, U U WORLD OF CHILDREN (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monaview Elementary Greenville | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Cherrydale Elementary Greenville | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Duncan Chapel Elementary Greenville | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Berea Elementary Greenville | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Legacy Early College Greenville | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Alexander Elementary Greenville | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Berea High Greenville | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| FURMAN UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenville | 2.3 mi | — |
| Armstrong Elementary Greenville | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Berea Middle Greenville | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| HAMPTON PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| FOOTPRINTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Westcliffe Elementary Greenville | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Stone Academy Greenville | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| UPSTATE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Greenville | 3.1 mi | — |
| A.J. Whittenberg Elementary Greenville | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenville | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| U U WORLD OF CHILDREN Greenville | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,146
Median Home Value
$217,600
Median Rent
$1,046/mo
Population
26,801
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northside Middle Greenwood, SC | 3.5 |
| Bates Middle Sumter, SC | 3.4 |
| Berea Middle Greenville, SC | 3.4 |
| College Park Middle Ladson, SC | 3.4 |
| Furman Middle Sumter, SC | 3.4 |
| M. B. Kennedy Middle Aiken, SC | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeview Middle
What grades does Lakeview Middle serve?
Lakeview Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lakeview Middle?
Lakeview Middle has an enrollment of approximately 753 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeview Middle rank in SC?
Lakeview Middle ranks #1,101 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Lakeview Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Lakeview Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeview Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lakeview Middle a charter school?
No, Lakeview Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeview Middle a Title I school?
No, Lakeview Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeview Middle?
100.0% of students at Lakeview 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 753
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Greenville County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (864) 355-6400
Resources & Links
District
Greenville 01- District Enrollment
- 78,371
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,375
- District Rank
- #87 of 88
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