Lake Forest Middle School

Lake Forest Middle School serves 1,174 students in grades 6-8 in Cleveland, Tennessee, making it a substantial middle school in Bradley County. With 78 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1, providing reasonable opportunities for individualized attention in the classroom. The school currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks 924th among Tennessee's 1,796 middle schools, placing it in the 49th percentile statewide.

This indicates the school has room for academic growth as it works to support its large student body's educational development. Lake Forest Middle School draws from a community where the median household income is $65,572 and the median home value is $189,900. The surrounding area has a poverty rate of 9.8%, which is relatively low, though only 18% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

This suggests a working-class community with stable economic foundations. The school's address at 610 Kile Lake Road places it in a rural setting near the town of Cleveland, offering students a quieter educational environment while still maintaining access to the amenities and opportunities of nearby urban areas.

Located in a rural area, Lake Forest Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.