Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeshore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeshore Elementary School's student population of 671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeshore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeshore Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakeshore Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeshore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Norman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Elementary School?
671 students attend Lakeshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lakeshore Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeshore Elementary School?
Lakeshore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Elementary School offer ?
Lakeshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lakeshore Elementary School part of?
Lakeshore Elementary School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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