Very Good
#957 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 28% in state
Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · Mentor Exempted Village
7625 Pinehurst Dr, Mentor on the Lake, OH 44060
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#957 of 3,441
In district
#8 of 12
Mentor Exempted Village
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Lake Elementary School
Elementary School in Mentor on the Lake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lake Elementary School
Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mentor on the Lake, OH, part of Mentor Exempted Village. Lake Elementary School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #957 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Lake Elementary School — Students at Lake Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 7.5/10.
How Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Lake Elementary School 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
7625 Pinehurst Dr, Mentor on the Lake, OH 44060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Hollow Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mentor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopkins Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Mentor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Mentor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mentor on the Lake, see our Mentor on the Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RE-EDUCATION SERVICES Mentor | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Shore Middle School Mentor | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Bellflower Elementary School Mentor | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| LAKE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mentor | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Fairfax Elementary School Mentor | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Mentor High School Mentor | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Mentor High School Preschool Mentor | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MENTOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mentor | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Orchard Hollow Elementary School Mentor | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Cardinal Autism Resource and Education School (CARES) Mentor | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Mentor | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Ridge Elementary School Mentor | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Grant Elementary School Willoughby | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Garfield Preschool Mentor | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Memorial Middle School Mentor | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Eastlake | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Eastlake Middle School Eastlake | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Mentor | 4.3 mi | 9.0 |
| iSTEM Painesville | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,881
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
60,257
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apple Creek Elementary School Apple Creek, OH | 7.6 |
| B L Miller Elementary School Sebring, OH | 7.6 |
| CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Galloway, OH | 7.6 |
| Echo Hills Elementary School Stow, OH | 7.6 |
| Escuela SMART Academy Toledo, OH | 7.6 |
| Fayette Elementary School Fayette, OH | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Elementary School
What grades does Lake Elementary School serve?
Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Elementary School?
Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Elementary School rank in OH?
Lake Elementary School ranks #957 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Elementary School?
57.9% of students at Lake 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (440) 257-5953
Resources & Links
District
Mentor Exempted Village- District Enrollment
- 7,067
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,847
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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