At a glance
Reported students
458
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
29.3
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
458
Lakewood Elementary School: 458 reported students.
State peer staffing position
49th percentile
15.6:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 431
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24.47
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.6:1
What the reported data says about Lakewood Elementary School
Lakewood Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Marysville. It is one of 5 current school records connected to Lakewood School District. NCES reports 458 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.6:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (56.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (23.4%). English learners represent 7.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lakewood Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 15.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 29.3 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 54.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.78
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White56.6%
- Hispanic23.4%
- Black1.3%
- Asian4.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander3.1%
- Multiracial10.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Lakewood School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cougar Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
422 reported students
English Crossing Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
331 reported students
Lakewood Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
668 reported students
Lakewood High School
High · Grades 09–12
834 reported students
Public schools near Lakewood Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Crossing Elementary Elementary · Lakewood School District | KG–05 | 331 | 0.2 mi |
| Cougar Creek Elementary School Elementary · Lakewood School District | KG–05 | 422 | 0.7 mi |
| Shoultes Elementary Elementary · Marysville School District | KG–06 | 348 | 3.1 mi |
| Marshall Elementary Elementary · Marysville School District | PK–06 | 331 | 3.8 mi |
| Marysville Coop Program Elementary · Marysville School District | KG–06 | 150 | 3.8 mi |
| Pioneer Elementary Elementary · Arlington School District | KG–05 | 501 | 4.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lakewood Elementary School
What grades does Lakewood Elementary School serve?
Lakewood Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Lakewood School District.
How many students attend Lakewood Elementary School?
Lakewood Elementary School reported 458 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 431 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lakewood Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 15.6:1, based on 458 students and 29.3 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lakewood Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lakewood Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Lakewood School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lakewood Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
54.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lakewood Elementary School in?
Lakewood Elementary School is part of Lakewood School District, based in Marysville, WA, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lakewood Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include English Crossing Elementary (0.2 mi), Cougar Creek Elementary School (0.7 mi), Shoultes Elementary (3.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.