Serving 1,049 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lakeland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,049 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeland Elementary School's student population of 1,049 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
1,049 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeland Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#44 out of 1721 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
10%
21%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Lakeland Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeland Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lakeland Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Elementary School, Donelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Lakeland Elementary School?
1,049 students attend Lakeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lakeland Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeland Elementary School?
Lakeland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeland Elementary School offer ?
Lakeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Lakeland Elementary School part of?
Lakeland Elementary School is part of Lakeland School District.
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