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The Lakeside School

1020 Lake Dr Eufaula, AL 36027

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 320 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 320 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Lakeside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders, Scholars, and Champions

Student Body

Total Students
320 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
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School Notes

  • If you are looking for a school that will challenge and inspire your child to reach higher than he or she ever imagined, your search is over.
  • The Lakeside School is, however, more than a challenge and inspiration.
  • It is a remarkable community of teachers, parents, and students from many different races, religions, and creeds learning together in a positive environment that always strives for excellence.
  • For nearly four decades, students at Lakeside have been taught to value inquiry, embrace difference, think critically, act selflessly and to be themselves.
  • If you are looking for a school that will challenge and inspire your child to reach higher than he or she ever imagined, your search is over. The Lakeside School is, however, more than a challenge and inspiration. It is a remarkable community of teachers, parents, and students from many different races, religions, and creeds learning together in a positive environment that always strives for excellence. For nearly four decades, students at Lakeside have been taught to value inquiry, embrace difference, think critically, act selflessly and to be themselves.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Lakeside School cost?
The Lakeside School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What schools are The Lakeside School often compared to?
The Lakeside School is often viewed alongside schools like Dixie Academy, Parkview Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of The Lakeside School?
The acceptance rate of The Lakeside School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. The Lakeside School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Alabama with low acceptance rates.
What is The Lakeside School's ranking?
The Lakeside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for The Lakeside School?
The application deadline for The Lakeside School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Alabama is $8,691 for elementary schools and $9,236 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alabama is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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