Lake Middle School

Lake Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
1820 Lowell Blvd,  Denver, CO
West Colfax Neighborhood
Denver Public Schools
3.0
547 Students
C
Niche Grade
Since opening its doors in 1926, Lake Middle School empowers and celebrates a culture where students can learn, evolve and strengthen their character so they can positively impact their communities. Lake Middle School has a variety of offerings for students in grades six through eight with different needs and interests. The school has classes that are dedicated to helping students prepare for the Denver Public School Seal of Biliteracy. Classes include Spanish language arts, Spanish language social studies and Spanish as a second language. For students interested in athletics, Lake Middle School offers opportunities to participate in basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, baseball, cross country and tackle football. For other extracurricular activities, electives include band, choir, physical education, STEM, visual art, Spanish, drama and more. Students also receive free healthcare at the Denver Health school-based clinic. Dedicated Gifted and Talented programs, academic intervention and robust English Language Development programs are also taught by licensed staff members of the school. With extensive classes, afterschool clubs, activities and academic tutoring, Lake Middle School strives to make each student a priority.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
19%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

2
Test Scores
4
Equity
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
20.4%
State Average
25%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
446:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
46.5%
Hispanic
75.3%
Black
10.5%
White
9.9%
Two or more races
1.8%
Native American
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 11 Reviews
3.0 other
9/7/2025
My friend said that this school has great teachers and support, my mother continues to sag it is not a good school, I high doubt that considering that my friend has all As and isn't depressed anymore
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5.0 parent
12/20/2023
Outstanding school with great teachers and tons of resources for all levels. We are in our 3rd year and the school counties to achieve great results and improve Year over year. The staff is super supportive and have great school programs to support the kids. Athletics, STEM Program, clubs and social...
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1.0 parent
11/4/2023
Unfortunately, the leadership in this school is very poor, a school where the principal does not give importance to what deserves importance is not a place for our children, the leadership at Lake should be evaluated because it could cause damage to our children with the lack of leadership and atten...
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1.0 parent
9/18/2023
This school's lack of confidence to provide a safe school without fighting is ridiculous. There's one child The runs the school she can do anything and everything she wants in the school has 0 regard or consequences for this individual. They just constantly blame it on her. IEP and there's nothing w...
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Lake Middle School

Lake Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Denver, CO and is served by the Denver Public Schools in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 547 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 10% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 19% are proficient in reading. Lake Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $682,154. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fred N. Thomas Career Education Center Middle College of Denver, North High School, North High School Engagement Center, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lake Middle School.

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