Serving 941 students in grades 7-8, Lake City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake City Middle School's student population of 941 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Lake City Middle School will educate all students in a safe and supportive learning environment that will develop life-long learners and productive citizens.
School Rankings
Lake City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake City Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1910 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake City Middle School's ranking?
Lake City Middle School is ranked #1910 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lake City Middle School often compared to?
Lake City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richardson Sixth Grade Academy, Branford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lake City Middle School?
941 students attend Lake City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lake City Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake City Middle School?
Lake City Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake City Middle School offer ?
Lake City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake City Middle School part of?
Lake City Middle School is part of Columbia School District.
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