Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeshore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeshore Elementary serves the southern part of Mooresville, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance being about 4.2 miles from the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeshore Elementary School's student population of 658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Iredell-Statesville Schools is premier school system where students come first.
School Rankings
Lakeshore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeshore Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakeshore Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeshore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Norman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Elementary School?
658 students attend Lakeshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lakeshore Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeshore Elementary School?
Lakeshore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Elementary School offer ?
Lakeshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeshore Elementary School part of?
Lakeshore Elementary School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools.
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