Serving 185 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
43%
67%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dogwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
185 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Elementary School located?
Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Sherwood Estates neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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