Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, Lakewood Montessori Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Montessori Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakewood Montessori Middle School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Montessori Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Montessori Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#379 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Montessori Middle School's ranking?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School is ranked #379 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakewood Montessori Middle School often compared to?
Lakewood Montessori Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durham School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Montessori Middle School?
296 students attend Lakewood Montessori Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lakewood Montessori Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Montessori Middle School?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakewood Montessori Middle School offer ?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Montessori Middle School part of?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School is part of Durham Public Schools School District.
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