Lakewood High School is a public secondary school located in Lakewood, Colorado, United States. It is part of Jefferson County Public Schools. Lakewood was ranked as the 111th best school in the nation by Newsweek in 2006, and as the 108th in 2008.
Serving 1,798 students in grades 9-12, Lakewood High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lakewood High School's student population of 1,798 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
40%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood High School's ranking?
Lakewood High School is ranked #248 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lakewood High School often compared to?
Lakewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheat Ridge High School, Green Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood High School?
The graduation rate of Lakewood High School is 88%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Lakewood High School?
1,798 students attend Lakewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lakewood High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood High School?
Lakewood High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakewood High School offer ?
Lakewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood High School part of?
Lakewood High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood High School located?
Lakewood High School is located in the Holbrook Park neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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