Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#506 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #506 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School, W G Rhea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
479 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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