Serving 502 students in grades 5-8, Lakewood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Middle School's student population of 502 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Middle School's ranking?
Lakewood Middle School is ranked #1272 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakewood Middle School often compared to?
Lakewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reed City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Middle School?
502 students attend Lakewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lakewood Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Middle School?
Lakewood Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakewood Middle School offer ?
Lakewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Middle School part of?
Lakewood Middle School is part of Lakewood Public Schools School District.
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