Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lakota Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakota Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lakota Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakota Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 3137 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota Elementary School's ranking?
Lakota Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Elementary School?
416 students attend Lakota Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lakota Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakota Elementary School?
Lakota Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota Elementary School offer ?
Lakota Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Lakota Elementary School part of?
Lakota Elementary School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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