Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
18%
12%

Hispanic
56%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
10%
20%

Hawaiian
2%
n/a

Two or more races
11%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Miguel Elementary School, Fairwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
375 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lakewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Elementary School located?
Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Lakewood neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Recess- School Closed
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Recess- School Closed
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Recess- School Closed
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Recess- School Closed
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
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