Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lockwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lockwood Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lockwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockwood Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#444 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lockwood Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lockwood Elementary School often compared to?
Lockwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Island City Academy, Meryl S Colt Early Childhood Education Center, Greyhound Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lockwood Elementary School?
307 students attend Lockwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lockwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockwood Elementary School?
Lockwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lockwood Elementary School offer ?
Lockwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockwood Elementary School part of?
Lockwood Elementary School is part of Eaton Rapids School District.
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