Serving 483 students in grades 9-12, Lakewood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood High School's student population of 483 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1890 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood High School's ranking?
Lakewood High School is ranked #1890 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lakewood High School often compared to?
Lakewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heath High School, Licking Valley High School, Watkins Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood High School?
The graduation rate of Lakewood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakewood High School?
483 students attend Lakewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lakewood High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood High School?
Lakewood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakewood High School offer ?
Lakewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood High School part of?
Lakewood High School is part of Lakewood Local School District.
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