Serving 960 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 960 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
76%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mockingbird Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
960 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Elementary School located?
Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Lakewood neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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