At a glance
Reported students
453
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
26.28
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan elementary enrollment
73rd percentile
Compared with 1,618 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
462
Lakeside School: 453 reported students.
State peer staffing position
73rd percentile
17.2:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 441
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.6:1
What the reported data says about Lakeside School
Lakeside School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Grand Rapids. It is one of 5 current school records connected to East Grand Rapids Public Schools. NCES reports 453 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,618 elementary schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 366 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 73rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.2:1, close to the Michigan median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (83%) and multiracial (7.7%). English learners represent 0.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Lakeside School
- 1How do the reported 17.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 26.28 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 7.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.33
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.8
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White83%
- Hispanic7.5%
- Black1.3%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial7.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Breton Downs School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
451 reported students
Wealthy School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
462 reported students
East Grand Rapids Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
710 reported students
East Grand Rapids High School
High · Grades 09–12
908 reported students
Public schools near Lakeside School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breton Downs School Elementary · East Grand Rapids Public Schools | PK–05 | 451 | 0.6 mi |
| Wealthy School Elementary · East Grand Rapids Public Schools | KG–05 | 462 | 0.8 mi |
| Mulick Park Elementary School Elementary · Grand Rapids Public Schools | PK–05 | 264 | 1.1 mi |
| Ridgemoor Park Montessori Elementary · Grand Rapids Public Schools | PK–06 | 131 | 1.2 mi |
| Campus Elementary Elementary · Grand Rapids Public Schools | PK–05 | 210 | 1.4 mi |
| Gerald Dawkins Academy Elementary · Charter · Gerald Dawkins Academy | KG–05 | 152 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lakeside School
What grades does Lakeside School serve?
Lakeside School reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in East Grand Rapids Public Schools.
How many students attend Lakeside School?
Lakeside School reported 453 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 73rd percentile among 1,618 Michigan elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 441 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lakeside School?
The calculated ratio is 17.2:1, based on 453 students and 26.28 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lakeside School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lakeside School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on East Grand Rapids Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lakeside School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
7.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lakeside School in?
Lakeside School is part of East Grand Rapids Public Schools, based in Grand Rapids, MI, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lakeside School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Breton Downs School (0.6 mi), Wealthy School (0.8 mi), Mulick Park Elementary School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.