Lakewood Career Academy (Closed 2015)

Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Lakewood Career Academy 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 was 40-59% (which was lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-79% (which was approximately equal to the Washington state average of 74%).
Minority enrollment was 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
61 students
This chart display total students of Lakewood Career Academy by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
4 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of Lakewood Career Academy by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of Lakewood Career Academy by grade.

School Rankings

Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WA)
(13-14)
40-59%
65%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Washington by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
(13-14)
60-79%
74%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of Lakewood Career Academy and the public school average student teacher ratio of Washington by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Lakewood Career Academy and percentage of American Indian public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Asian
n/a
9%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of Asian public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Hispanic
38%
25%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
13%
5%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of Black public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
31%
50%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of White public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
2%
1%
This chart display the percentage of Hawaiian students in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of Hawaiian public school students in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Two or more races
16%
9%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Lakewood Career Academy.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in WA.
0.72
This chart display the diversity score of Lakewood Career Academy and the public school average diversity score of Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(13-14)
<50%
80%
This chart display graduation rate of Lakewood Career Academy and public school graduation rate of Washington by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Lakewood Career Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood Career Academy?
The graduation rate of Lakewood Career Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 80%.
How many students attend Lakewood Career Academy?
61 students attend Lakewood Career Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lakewood Career Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Lakewood Career Academy offer ?
Lakewood Career Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lakewood Career Academy part of?
Lakewood Career Academy is part of Clover Park School District.

Recent Articles

North Carolina Schools: History and Overview Of Wake County Schools
North Carolina Schools: History and Overview Of Wake County Schools
We review and analyze Wake County public schools, the largest school district in North Carolina and the 16th largest in the country.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.

Quick Links