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#179 of 635 schools in WV

Top 28% in state

Lakewood Elementary School

Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

2089 Lakewood Dr, Saint Albans, WV 25177

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#179 of 635

In Saint Albans

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#23 of 63

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lakewood Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Saint Albans · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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7.1/10

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About Lakewood Elementary School

Lakewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Lakewood Elementary School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Lakewood Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,242
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Lakewood Elementary School — Students at Lakewood Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
2019
Math
52%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
37.2%
2025
Math
46.8%
ELA
39%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Lakewood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in WV
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2089 Lakewood Dr, Saint Albans, WV 25177

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andrews Heights Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tornado), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cross Lanes Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Charleston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hayes Middle School Saint Albans 0.4 mi 6.5
Central Elementary School Saint Albans 1.0 mi 7.1
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans 1.2 mi 5.8
Andrews Heights Elementary School Tornado 1.8 mi 7.7
Saint Albans High School Saint Albans 1.5 mi 5.1
Alban Elementary School Saint Albans 1.8 mi 4.5
Anne Bailey Elementary School Saint Albans 2.5 mi 7.3
Mckinley Middle School Saint Albans 2.6 mi 6.5
George C. Weimer Elementary School Saint Albans 2.7 mi 3.8
Nitro High School Nitro 3.5 mi 5.0
Nitro Elementary School Nitro 3.6 mi 8.9
Cross Lanes Elementary School Charleston 4.5 mi 7.6
Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston 4.9 mi 6.1
Rock Branch Elementary Nitro 5.5 mi 5.6
William J Raglin Center Dunbar 4.4 mi
Dunbar Middle School Dunbar 4.4 mi 7.6
Dunbar Primary Center Dunbar 4.5 mi 7.0
CROSS LANES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cross Lanes 5.6 mi 5.8
Point Harmony Elementary School Cross Lanes 5.6 mi 5.2
Poca High School Poca 6.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25177 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,789

Median Home Value

$129,100

Median Rent

$837/mo

Population

23,211

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

42.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, WV 7.4
Fairdale Elementary School Fairdale, WV 7.4
Shady Spring Elementary Shady Spring, WV 7.4
Wright Denny Intermediate School Charles Town, WV 7.4
Beale Elementary School Gallipolis Ferry, WV 7.5
Lenore Pk8 School Williamson, WV 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakewood Elementary School

What grades does Lakewood Elementary School serve?

Lakewood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?

Lakewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary School is 16.2:1. 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 WV?

Lakewood Elementary School ranks #179 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Lakewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kanawha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
23,433
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,242
District Rank
#23 of 63

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