Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, Lakewood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45% (which was higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 37% (which was equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Lakewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#463 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood Middle School's ranking?
Lakewood Middle School is ranked #463 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lakewood Middle School?
249 students attend Lakewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lakewood Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood Middle School?
Lakewood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakewood Middle School offer ?
Lakewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lakewood Middle School part of?
Lakewood Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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