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Serving 1,067 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Elementary serves the northern part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 1.5 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 1,067 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,067 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
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)2.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
6%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mockingbird Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
1,067 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Elementary School located?
Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Lakewood neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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