Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, Lakewood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lakewood Middle School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
5%
6%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Middle School's ranking?
Lakewood Middle School is ranked #247 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lakewood Middle School often compared to?
Lakewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Middle School?
589 students attend Lakewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lakewood Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Middle School?
Lakewood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakewood Middle School offer ?
Lakewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakewood Middle School part of?
Lakewood Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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