Serving 309 students in grades 6-8, Lakewood Montessori Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood Montessori Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lakewood Montessori Middle School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakewood Montessori Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood Montessori Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Durham School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lynx
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Montessori Middle School's ranking?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School is ranked #274 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakewood Montessori Middle School often compared to?
Lakewood Montessori Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durham School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Montessori Middle School?
309 students attend Lakewood Montessori Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lakewood Montessori Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood Montessori Middle School?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakewood Montessori Middle School offer ?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakewood Montessori Middle School part of?
Lakewood Montessori Middle School is part of Durham School District.
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