Serving 1,014 students in grades 6-8, Lakelands Park Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakelands Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lakelands Park Middle School's student population of 1,014 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakelands Park Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakelands Park Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
27%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
33%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakelands Park Middle School's ranking?
Lakelands Park Middle School is ranked #428 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lakelands Park Middle School often compared to?
Lakelands Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lakelands Park Middle School?
1,014 students attend Lakelands Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lakelands Park Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakelands Park Middle School?
Lakelands Park Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakelands Park Middle School offer ?
Lakelands Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakelands Park Middle School part of?
Lakelands Park Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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