Lakewood Elementary School

501 East Heather Drive
Luling, LA 70070
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 554 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 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20% in LA
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 47% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Success and Nothing Less
School Mascot
Gators

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 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#191 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
56%
34%
54%
42%
47%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
20%
41%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
554 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 47% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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