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#4972 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lakewood Elementary
Elementary School · Sunnyvale
750 Lakechime Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,972 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#16 of 18
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
Sunnyvale
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lakewood Elementary
Elementary School in Sunnyvale · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakewood Elementary
Lakewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Sunnyvale. Lakewood Elementary serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,972 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lakewood Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Lakewood Elementary — Students at Lakewood Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Lakewood Elementary Compares
See how Lakewood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
750 Lakechime Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ponderosa Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Braly Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Miguel Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fairwood Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Rainbow Montessori Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | — |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Columbia Middle Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - San Aleso Campus Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | — |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Ellis Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Helios School Sunnyvale | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 2.8 mi | — |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,725
Median Home Value
$392,000
Median Rent
$3,351/mo
Population
23,214
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
35.5
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|---|---|
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.3 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| California Elementary La Puente, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakewood Elementary
What grades does Lakewood Elementary serve?
Lakewood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary?
Lakewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakewood Elementary rank in CA?
Lakewood Elementary ranks #4,972 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lakewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lakewood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakewood Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakewood Elementary a charter school?
No, Lakewood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakewood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lakewood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakewood Elementary?
41.6% of students at Lakewood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (408) 522-8272
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyvale- District Enrollment
- 5,618
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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