Lakeside High School

2,234 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lakeside High School, located in the Briarcliff area of Atlanta, is a prominent public secondary school within the DeKalb County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is widely recognized for its strong academic culture and its long-standing International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which attracts students seeking a rigorous, globally-minded curriculum. Beyond its academic offerings, Lakeside boasts a vibrant campus life with a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that cater to various interests and talents.

The school is deeply rooted in the local community and is often noted for its spirit and historical significance in the region. Its location near major Atlanta landmarks makes it a central hub for families in the North DeKalb area. With a focus on preparing students for higher education, Lakeside High School maintains a reputation for high college matriculation rates and continues to be a top choice for families prioritizing both scholarly excellence and a comprehensive high school experience.

2,234

Total Students

131.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lakeside High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	641
Hispanic	981
Black	422
Asian	85
Two or More	92
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
981 (43.9%)
White
641 (28.7%)
Black
422 (18.9%)
Two or More
92 (4.1%)
Asian
85 (3.8%)
American Indian
11 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	DeKalb County
Phone:	(678)874-6702
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,234
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	131.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	944
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	108

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 647

Grade 10 585

Grade 11 519

Grade 12 483