Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lakota Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lakota Elementary School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakota Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 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 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #703 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Elementary School?
411 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, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakota Elementary School?
Lakota Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, 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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