Lakewood Elementary School

2520 Vesson Avenue
Durham, NC 27707
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 401 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in NC
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#2338 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(21-22)
30-34%
51%
20-24%
50%
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
46%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
13%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #2338 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park School For Children by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
401 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lakewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Elementary School located?
Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Duke Forest neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Duke Forest.

School Reviews

5   9/9/2017
My family has had a great experience at Lakewood so far. The teachers and facilities are excellent, with great music, arts and science programs. The new administration is really wonderful and has already made a bunch of positive changes that have me really excited for the next few years. I highly recommend taking a tour and meeting some of the people that make this school such a warm and welcoming place.
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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 401 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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