Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Elementary School serves the southern part of Saint Petersburg, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3154 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #3154 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
446 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lakewood Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
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 Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Elementary School located?
Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Bayou Shores neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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