Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakewood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 463 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Lakewood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hardin County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G C Burkhead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
463 students attend Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lakewood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakewood Elementary School part of?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
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