Best Schools in N. Lakewood, Washington
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in N. Lakewood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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English Crossing Elementary
Elementary · Lakewood School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cougar Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Lakewood School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lakewood Middle School
Middle · Lakewood School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in N. Lakewood for 2026 are English Crossing Elementary (5.7/10), Cougar Creek Elementary School (5.6/10), and Lakewood Middle School (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +6.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among N. Lakewood schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in N. Lakewood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | English Crossing Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Cougar Creek Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Lakewood Middle School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Lakewood Elementary School | 3.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Lakewood High School | 2.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.3/10
0% of schools rated 7+
How N. Lakewood compares
Washington rank
#190 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.0
below Washington avg (6.4)
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in N. Lakewood, Washington
N. Lakewood, Washington is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in N. Lakewood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in N. Lakewood is English Crossing Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
N. Lakewood is served by 1 school district: Lakewood School District. These districts collectively serve 2,671 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 326 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 434 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 477 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 617 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 817 students · 9th–12th | 2.8 |
Schools in N. Lakewood
N. Lakewood, Washington · 5 schools
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in N. Lakewood, Washington
How many schools are in N. Lakewood, Washington?
N. Lakewood has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in N. Lakewood, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in N. Lakewood is 4.3 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 N. Lakewood, Washington?
The top-ranked school in N. Lakewood on MySchoolScout is English Crossing Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in N. Lakewood, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in N. Lakewood on MySchoolScout is English Crossing Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best middle school in N. Lakewood, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in N. Lakewood on MySchoolScout is Lakewood Middle School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in N. Lakewood, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in N. Lakewood on MySchoolScout is Lakewood High School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
How many school districts serve N. Lakewood, Washington?
N. Lakewood is served by 1 school district: Lakewood School District.
What is the student-teacher ratio in N. Lakewood, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in N. Lakewood is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in N. Lakewood, Washington?
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, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.