Serving 501 students in grades 3-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Elementary School serves the eastern part of Luling, LA, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the school's edge and some residing up to 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Success and Nothing Less
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luling Elementary School, Mimosa Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
501 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.
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