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#1493 of 2,648 schools in NC
Lakewood Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
2520 Vesson Avenue, Durham, NC 27707
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,493 of 2,648
In Durham
#39 of 68
public schools
In district
#32 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lakewood Elementary
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About Lakewood Elementary
Lakewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Lakewood Elementary serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,493 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lakewood Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Lakewood Elementary 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
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Lakewood Elementary — Students at Lakewood Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Lakewood Elementary Compares
See how Lakewood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2520 Vesson Avenue, Durham, NC 27707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Watts Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morehead Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Montessori Middle Durham | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| INSIGHT COLEARNING CENTER Durham | 0.6 mi | — |
| Rogers-Herr Middle Durham | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durham | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hope Valley Elementary Durham | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL DIV Durham | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM Durham | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Durham | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Community School of Digital & Visual Art Durham | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Morehead Montessori Durham | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Durham Charter School Durham | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Durham | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| C C Spaulding Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| FAITH ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| DURHAM ACADEMY Durham | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Durham School of the Arts Durham | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| George Watts Elementary Durham | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Fayetteville Street Elementary Durham | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,432
Median Home Value
$371,500
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
50,865
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Archer Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.0 |
| Baton Elementary Granite Falls, NC | 6.0 |
| C. G. Credle Elementary Oxford, NC | 6.0 |
| Cash Elementary Kernersville, NC | 6.0 |
| Ceasar Cone Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.0 |
| Green Valley Elementary Boone, NC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakewood Elementary
What grades does Lakewood Elementary serve?
Lakewood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary?
Lakewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary is 10.8:1. 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 NC?
Lakewood Elementary ranks #1,493 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lakewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
99.3% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3939
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #32 of 54
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