Serving 372 students in grades 4-5, Lakeland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeland Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeland Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2158 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
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
62%
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 Lakeland Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeland Elementary School is ranked #2158 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeland Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pansophia Academy, Quincy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeland Elementary School?
372 students attend Lakeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lakeland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeland Elementary School?
Lakeland Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeland Elementary School offer ?
Lakeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeland Elementary School part of?
Lakeland Elementary School is part of Coldwater Community Schools School District.
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