Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 1264 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
5%
6%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
549 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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