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#191 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 9% in state

Lake Shore Middle

Middle School · Mequon-Thiensville School District

11036 N Range Line Rd, Mequon, WI 53092

Enrollment

332

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#191 of 2,105

In Mequon

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Mequon-Thiensville School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Shore Middle

8.6/10

Middle School in Mequon · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Lake Shore Middle

Lake Shore Middle is a public middle school in Mequon, WI, part of Mequon-Thiensville School District. Lake Shore Middle serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Shore Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Shore Middle show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+27.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,048
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Lake Shore Middle — Students at Lake Shore Middle score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
68.1%
2025
Math
79.5%
ELA
75.4%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Lake Shore Middle Compares

See how Lake Shore Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
91th percentile in WI
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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

11036 N Range Line Rd, Mequon, WI 53092

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Shore Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bayside Middle (rated 9.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Maple Dale School (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fox Point), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Steffen Middle (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mequon, see our Mequon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mequon 0.4 mi 7.7
Donges Bay Elementary Mequon 0.9 mi 8.5
Homestead High Mequon 1.6 mi 6.6
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 2.2 mi 7.0
Oriole Lane Elementary Mequon 2.4 mi 8.8
CHRIST ALONE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thiensville 2.3 mi 5.6
Indian Hill School River Hills 3.1 mi 9.8
Wilson Elementary Mequon 2.5 mi 8.2
Steffen Middle Mequon 2.6 mi 8.1
NEW WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mequon 2.7 mi
Bayside Middle Milwaukee 3.3 mi 9.6
Maple Dale School Fox Point 3.7 mi 9.1
Brown Deer Elementary Brown Deer 4.0 mi 6.7
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ACADEMICS Brown Deer 4.2 mi 5.1
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale 4.3 mi 7.7
Brown Deer Middle/High Brown Deer 4.2 mi 6.6
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point 4.6 mi 7.3
RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee 4.8 mi 7.8
Thoreau Elementary Milwaukee 4.5 mi 4.5
CITY SCHOOL Milwaukee 4.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,431

Median Home Value

$440,200

Median Rent

$1,962/mo

Population

21,202

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

48.9

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Omro Middle Omro, WI 8.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Shore Middle

What grades does Lake Shore Middle serve?

Lake Shore Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lake Shore Middle?

Lake Shore Middle has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Shore Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Shore Middle is 12.8:1. 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 rank in WI?

Lake Shore Middle ranks #191 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Lake Shore Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Shore Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Shore Middle has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Shore Middle a charter school?

No, Lake Shore Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Shore Middle a Title I school?

No, Lake Shore Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Shore Middle?

9.3% of students at Lake Shore 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ozaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

Mequon-Thiensville School District
District Enrollment
3,570
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,048
District Rank
#2 of 6

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