Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Elementary serves the northwest part of Lodi, CA, covering an area of approximately 54.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 12.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4834 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #4834 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
478 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lakewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Lodi Unified School District.
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