Lakewood High School is a public high school located in Lakewood, Ohio, west of Cleveland. The school colors are purple and gold and the mascot is the Ranger Man. The school athletics program is currently a member of the Cleveland West Conference.
Serving 1,414 students in grades 8-12, Lakewood High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lakewood High School's student population of 1,414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1370 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
75%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood High School's ranking?
Lakewood High School is ranked #1370 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lakewood High School often compared to?
Lakewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky River High School, Westlake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood High School?
The graduation rate of Lakewood High School is 92%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakewood High School?
1,414 students attend Lakewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lakewood High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood High School?
Lakewood High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakewood High School offer ?
Lakewood High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood High School part of?
Lakewood High School is part of Lakewood City School District.
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