In 2025, Lakewood Elementary’s own teacher Kim Stanley was honored as the school’s “Teacher of the Year,” recognized for outstanding dedication and service.

Q1. Does Lakewood Elementary School provide after-school care or support for students who need it for longer hours?

Ans. Yes, students can use an after-school care program run by a nearby community group. The group picks up students from school and keeps them busy until evening.

Q2. How many students per teacher are at Lakewood Elementary, and how does that compare to the state average?

Ans. The ratio is about 19:1, which is higher than the state average of 13:1. This difference means that class sizes are usually a little bigger.

Q3. How different are the students at Lakewood Elementary?

Ans. About 44% of the students are White, 42% are Black or African American, and the rest are from other racial or mixed-race backgrounds.

Q4: How well has Lakewood Elementary School done in math and reading tests recently?

Ans. Recent data shows that 56% of students are good at math (above the state average) and 40% are good at reading and language arts, making the school one of the top 30% in the state.

Q5. Does Lakewood Elementary do any community service or social projects led by students?

Ans. Yes, the school runs a food pantry program through its Student Council that helps families in need every week. Students also take part in community service projects like collecting food for the homeless, raising money for charities, and spreading kindness.