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#1425 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 45% in state

Lakewood Elementary School

Elementary School · Ann Arbor Public Schools

344 Gralake Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,425 of 3,192

In Ann Arbor

#29 of 37

public schools

In district

#25 of 31

Ann Arbor Public Schools

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lakewood Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Ann Arbor · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lakewood Elementary School

Lakewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ann Arbor, MI, part of Ann Arbor Public Schools. Lakewood Elementary School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,425 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Lakewood Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Lakewood Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,600
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Lakewood Elementary School — Students at Lakewood Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
44.2%
ELA
51.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Lakewood Elementary School Compares

See how Lakewood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in MI
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

Location

344 Gralake Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wines Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eberwhite School (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bach Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ann Arbor, see our Ann Arbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Honey Creek Community School Ann Arbor 1.1 mi 8.5
High Point School Ann Arbor 1.1 mi 7.7
Young Adult Programs Ann Arbor 1.1 mi
LocalBased SpecEd Programs Ann Arbor 1.1 mi
Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Ann Arbor 1.1 mi
VERITAS CHRISTI CATHOLIC H.S. Ann Arbor 0.9 mi 3.7
Abbot School Ann Arbor 1.2 mi 7.0
Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor 1.1 mi 7.4
Dicken Elementary School Ann Arbor 1.2 mi 8.0
Eberwhite School Ann Arbor 1.4 mi 8.7
Slauson Middle School Ann Arbor 1.5 mi 8.3
Wines Elementary School Ann Arbor 1.8 mi 9.1
Forsythe Middle School Ann Arbor 1.8 mi 8.0
Skyline High School Ann Arbor 2.0 mi 8.5
Ann Arbor Open at Mack School Ann Arbor 1.7 mi 8.1
Bach Elementary School Ann Arbor 1.8 mi 8.7
Uriah H Lawton School Ann Arbor 2.1 mi 8.4
Pioneer High School Ann Arbor 2.1 mi 8.2
RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 2.7 mi 8.2
CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 2.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,513

Median Home Value

$455,100

Median Rent

$1,760/mo

Population

54,635

College Educated

74.9%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

40.2

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Blair Elementary School Traverse City, MI 6.5
Cherry Knoll Elementary School Traverse City, MI 6.5
Edison Elementary School Detroit, MI 6.5
Grandville West Elementary School Grandville, MI 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakewood Elementary School

What grades does Lakewood Elementary School serve?

Lakewood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?

Lakewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lakewood Elementary School rank in MI?

Lakewood Elementary School ranks #1,425 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Lakewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakewood Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lakewood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lakewood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lakewood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lakewood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakewood Elementary School?

36.5% of students at Lakewood Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

District

Ann Arbor Public Schools
District Enrollment
16,978
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,600
District Rank
#25 of 31

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