Lakeside

About Lakeside

Lakeside is a beautiful, small town nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. It is the perfect place for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat. Lakeside is home to a variety of activities and attractions, from fishing and boating on the lake to hiking and exploring the nearby forests. There are plenty of restaurants and shops to explore, as well as a few local wineries and breweries. The town is also known for its annual festivals and events, including the Lakeside Summer Festival and the Lakeside Music Festival. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or a fun-filled vacation, Lakeside is the perfect destination.

Address:	14535 Old River Rd. Bakersfield, CA 93311
Phone:	(661) 831-3503
Site:	lakesideusd.org
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	617 students

Overview Lakeside

Lakeside serves 617 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Lakeside placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Lakeside

Lakeside is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Lakeside is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.