Serving 1,158 students in grades 9-12, Lakes High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakes High School serves the northern part of Lakewood, WA, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakes High School's student population of 1,158 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,158 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
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Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Lakes High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakes High School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1126 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
6%
9%
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Hispanic
24%
27%
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Black
14%
5%
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White
31%
47%
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Hawaiian
6%
2%
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Two or more races
18%
9%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
91%
83.8%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakes High School's ranking?
Lakes High School is ranked #1126 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lakes High School often compared to?
Lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakes High School?
The graduation rate of Lakes High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Lakes High School?
1,158 students attend Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Lakes High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakes High School?
Lakes High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakes High School offer ?
Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakes High School part of?
Lakes High School is part of Clover Park School District.
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