Best Schools in Lakewood, Ohio
15 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Lakewood?
Use this page to compare every school in Lakewood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Grant Elementary School
Elementary · Lakewood City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Lakewood City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Elementary · Lakewood City. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lakewood for 2026 are Grant Elementary School (9.5/10), Lincoln Elementary School (9.4/10), and Roosevelt Elementary School (9.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
12 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$241,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
15
12 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$241,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.8/10 despite 66% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Lakewood schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Lakewood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grant Elementary School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Lincoln Elementary School | 9.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Roosevelt Elementary School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Harding Middle School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Emerson Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Hayes Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Harrison Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Horace Mann Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Garfield Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | St Edward High School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $65,778
- Median home value
- $241,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 54%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 44%
69% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lakewood compares
Ohio rank
#73 of 442
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above Ohio avg (6.4)
Median household income
$66k
92% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Lakewood, Ohio
Lakewood, Ohio runs a compact, high-performing public school system. All 11 ranked public schools score 7.0 or higher out of 10 — a clean sweep that signals system-wide consistency rather than performance concentrated in a handful of buildings. The citywide average sits at 8.1 out of 10, which means parents here are choosing between strong schools, not navigating a wide quality gap.
The elementary tier leads. Grant Elementary tops the city at 9.3 out of 10, followed by Lincoln Elementary at 9.0 and Roosevelt Elementary at 8.8. Harrison Elementary holds at 8.6, giving Lakewood a four-school cluster near the top of the citywide range. Families in most attendance zones land close to the ceiling, not the floor. The middle school picture is equally solid: Harding Middle School scores 8.6 out of 10, maintaining that performance band through the transition years.
The 100% rate — every ranked school clearing 7.0 — is the headline number for cross-city comparisons. It signals that a family relocating to Lakewood carries near-zero risk of landing in a low-scoring school by assignment. That kind of floor is the feature, not just the top-line scores.
Practical takeaway: Lakewood is a low-variance, high-floor district. Parents prioritizing elementary performance should examine the Grant and Lincoln attendance zones closely — both score in the 9s. Families with middle schoolers can count on Harding's 8.6. Because the spread between schools is narrow — top score 9.3, citywide average 8.1 — neighborhood fit, extracurriculars, and program offerings become the meaningful differentiators once assignment zone is confirmed. The data supports narrowing the search and starting school visits rather than continuing cross-city comparisons.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.5 | ||
| 2 | 264 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.4 | ||
| 3 | 225 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 | ||
| 4 | 310 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 5 | 290 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 6 | 270 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 7 | 258 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lakewood Catholic AcademyPrivate 430 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Lakewood Lutheran SchoolPrivate 25 students · Kindergarten–7th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 459 students · 6th–8th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 469 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,414 students · 8th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 2 | 93 students · 5th–12th | 4.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Edward High SchoolPrivate 895 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Lakewood
Lakewood, Ohio · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,778
Median Home Value
$241,400
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
Population
50,384
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Community Profile
Lakewood has a median household income of $65,778. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $241,400, with a median rent of $1,011/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Ohio
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Lakewood, Ohio
How many schools are in Lakewood, Ohio?
Lakewood has 15 schools, including 12 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lakewood, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lakewood is 7.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lakewood, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Lakewood on MySchoolScout is Grant Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lakewood, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lakewood on MySchoolScout is Grant Elementary School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Lakewood, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Lakewood on MySchoolScout is Harding Middle School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best high school in Lakewood, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Lakewood on MySchoolScout is St Edward High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lakewood, Ohio?
Lakewood is served by 1 school district: Lakewood City.
What is the education level in Lakewood, Ohio?
According to Census data, 54% of adults in Lakewood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lakewood, Ohio?
The median household income in Lakewood is approximately $65,778 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lakewood, Ohio?
Yes, Lakewood has 3 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Edward High School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lakewood, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lakewood is 17.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lakewood, Ohio?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.