Excellent
#8 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Lakewood EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
3000 HILLBROOK ST, Dallas, TX 75214
Enrollment
960
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
960
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8 of 8,552
In Dallas
#3 of 374
public schools
In district
#2 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
School snapshot
What to know before comparing options
The same-level public shortlist gets clearer beside Mockingbird EL, Dan D Rogers EL, William Lipscomb EL, and Eduardo Mata Montessori School. Lakewood EL's 9.6/10 MySchoolScout profile makes it a serious Dallas elementary option. The academic signal gives Lakewood EL's profile more substance than a nearby-school sort alone.
Official checks
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Lakewood EL — Students at Lakewood EL score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Lakewood EL Compares
See how Lakewood EL 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
3000 HILLBROOK ST, Dallas, TX 75214
Nearby Schools and Labeled Alternatives
20 within 2.3 miSame-level public alternatives named in the source packet are listed first when present; broader nearby rows keep their level or type label.
| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOCKINGBIRD EL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| DAN D ROGERS EL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| WILLIAM LIPSCOMB EL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| EDUARDO MATA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas Same-level public option | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKEHILL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas Private row | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas Elementary row | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| J L LONG MIDDLE Dallas Middle row | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WOODROW WILSON H S Dallas High row | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas Elementary row | 1.8 mi | — |
| EAST GRAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas Elementary public row | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas Elementary row | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| MOUNT AUBURN STEAM ACADEMY Dallas Elementary public row | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| L L HOTCHKISS EL Dallas Elementary public row | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| TKG ACADEMY Dallas Private row | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SOLAR PREP FOR BOYS AT JOHN F KENNEDY Dallas Elementary public row | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| ALEX SANGER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas Elementary public row | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| UPLIFT WHITE ROCK HILLS PREP Dallas Elementary public row | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas Elementary row | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY Dallas High row | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM Dallas Elementary public row | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,917
Median Home Value
$707,400
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
35,006
College Educated
70.6%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GEORGE B DEALEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 9.6 |
| BARBERS HILL EL NORTH Mont Belvieu, TX | 9.5 |
| BRENTFIELD EL Dallas, TX | 9.4 |
| CAMPBELL EL Katy, TX | 9.4 |
| CANYON RANCH EL Irving, TX | 9.4 |
| GRIFFIN EL Katy, TX | 9.4 |
Compare Lakewood EL with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareLakewood EL vs C A TATUM JR ELDallas, TX Peer score 6.3/10 -3.3 vs Lakewood EL
- CompareLakewood EL vs GOLDEN RULEDallas, TX Peer score 9.5/10 -0.1 vs Lakewood EL
- CompareLakewood EL vs CEDAR CREST ELDallas, TX Peer score 6.8/10 -2.8 vs Lakewood EL
- CompareLakewood EL vs JOHN W CARPENTER ELDallas, TX Peer score 6.6/10 -3.0 vs Lakewood EL
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakewood EL
What grades does Lakewood EL serve?
Lakewood EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lakewood EL?
Lakewood EL has an enrollment of approximately 960 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakewood EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakewood EL rank in TX?
Lakewood EL ranks #8 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lakewood EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakewood EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Lakewood EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakewood EL has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakewood EL a charter school?
No, Lakewood EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakewood EL a Title I school?
No, Lakewood EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakewood EL?
8.0% of students at Lakewood EL 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
- 960
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.9%
- Phone
- (972) 749-7300
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #2 of 235
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