Lake Middle School

Lake Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
1820 Lowell Blvd,  Denver, CO
Denver Public Schools
2.8
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
14:1
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
31%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
20.4%
State Average
25%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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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
52.5%
Female
47.5%
Hispanic
78%
Black
9.3%
White
7.4%
Native American
1.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.4%
Two or more races
1.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 12 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/7/2026
Kids work in the office kids teach kids and nobody alerts parents about things that go on in the school there attendance system is flawed leaving the students responsible for there mistakes school is nothing like it was when I went there more like jail now ego hits and power becomes abused staff jus...
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
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...
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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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 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 15% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% 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 $691,252. 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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