Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 308 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Preparing Students to be College, Career, and Life Ready!
Average Class Size
15 students
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore Elementary School, Waukazoo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
308 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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