Lakewood Middle School

Summary:

Lakewood Middle School is a public middle school located in Woodland, Michigan, serving grades 5-8 with a student population of 487. While the school has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, it has faced several challenges in recent years, including declining academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a student population that is less racially diverse compared to nearby schools.

One of the key differentiators of Lakewood Middle School is its significantly higher percentage of white students (87-89%) compared to the state average and nearby schools, which tend to have more racial diversity. Additionally, the school has experienced a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 12.1% in 2018-2019 to 44% in 2021-2022, which is notably higher than the state average and nearby schools. Academically, Lakewood Middle School's test scores, while generally on par with the state average, lag behind some of the higher-performing nearby schools, particularly in mathematics. For example, in 2023-2024, only 11.6% of 5th graders were proficient or better in M-Step Math, compared to 26.2% at Charlotte Upper Elementary and 34% at Hastings Middle School.

Lakewood Middle School also has a relatively high percentage of students (43-46%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which is higher than some of the nearby schools like Lowell Middle School (29.8%) and Kenneth T. Beagle Middle School (30.4%). This suggests that the school may need to focus on addressing the unique needs of its socioeconomically disadvantaged student population, as research has shown that socioeconomic status can significantly impact student achievement. By learning from the practices of higher-performing nearby schools and addressing these challenges, Lakewood Middle School has the potential to improve its overall performance and provide a better educational experience for its students.


Detail:

Public 5-8

 8669 Brown Rd
       Woodland, MI  48849-9730


(616) 374-2400

District: Lakewood Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
347th of 897 Michigan Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,267 Help


Students who attend Lakewood Middle School usually attend:

High:    Lakewood High School

Feeder schools for Lakewood Middle School:

Elementary:    Lakewood Early Childhood Center
    Lakewood Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  18.7 Help
Number of students:  490

Racial breakdown:

White:
87.6%
Hispanic:
5.9%
Two or more races:
3.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  49% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Lakewood Middle School ranks better than 61.3% of middle schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 54.31. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (87.6%), Hispanic (5.9%), two or more races (3.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 49% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Lakewood Middle School is 18.7. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Lakewood Middle School is $12,267.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Lakewood Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Lakewood Middle School 347th of 897 Michigan public middle schools. (See Lakewood Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Rank History for Lakewood Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 65.43 317th 806 60.7%
2007 70.64 253rd 823 69.3%
2008 64.47 355th 839 57.7%
2009 71.73 245th 847 71.1%
2010 67.00 341st 851 59.9%
2011 74.99 188th 858 78.1%
2012 51.37 448th 900 50.2%
2013 59.23 356th 919 61.3%
2014 57.73 393rd 921 57.3%
2015 64.00 303rd 919 67.0%
2016 72.79 195th 894 78.2%
2017 78.09 128th 821 84.4%
2018 79.75 148th 838 82.3%
2019 69.27 200th 792 74.7%
2021 59.97 212th 675 68.6%
2022 61.39 242nd 776 68.8%
2023 61.97 275th 883 68.9%
2024 54.31 347th 897 61.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.54 179th 377 52.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.60 123rd 815 84.9%
2019 65.66 167th 672 75.1%
2021 47.46 246th 523 53.0%
2022 60.18 215th 691 68.9%
2023 61.14 251st 825 69.6%
2024 57.17 286th 836 65.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 70.65 194th 794 75.6%
2019 55.84 257th 658 60.9%
2021 43.29 262nd 521 49.7%
2022 59.05 211th 657 67.9%
2023 61.54 229th 770 70.3%
2024 45.75 385th 771 50.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.57 116th 797 85.4%
2019 73.19 127th 639 80.1%
2021 62.92 152nd 540 71.9%
2022 54.08 270th 658 59.0%
2023 53.70 303rd 776 61.0%
2024 54.89 297th 786 62.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.86 167th 266 37.2%
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Rank History for White students at Lakewood Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 73.69 143rd 678 78.9%
2019 64.10 194th 624 68.9%
2021 57.72 202nd 577 65.0%
2022 52.31 264th 638 58.6%
2023 53.15 276th 688 59.9%
2024 44.33 356th 701 49.2%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Lakewood Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1995 561 7 3 11 5 n/a n/a 0 587
1996 561 7 3 11 5 n/a n/a 0 587
1997 566 4 1 17 6 n/a n/a 0 594
1998 606 3 2 12 3 n/a n/a 0 626
1999 619 2 7 13 2 n/a n/a 0 643
2000 648 5 8 13 2 n/a n/a 0 676
2001 595 4 4 23 2 n/a n/a 0 628
2002 598 4 2 25 1 n/a n/a 0 630
2003 598 4 2 25 1 n/a n/a 0 630
2004 566 6 1 24 3 n/a n/a 0 600
2005 542 7 2 26 6 n/a n/a 0 583
2006 504 6 5 22 6 n/a n/a 0 543
2007 496 6 7 27 2 n/a n/a 0 538
2008 498 5 9 25 n/a n/a n/a 0 537
2009 488 3 6 26 1 n/a n/a 1 525
2010 482 5 3 20 0 n/a n/a 1 511
2011 442 5 3 26 2 0 9 0 487
2012 427 8 3 33 2 0 7 0 480
2013 401 7 2 28 2 0 5 0 445
2014 409 3 0 23 0 0 8 0 443
2015 380 2 0 31 0 0 10 0 423
2016 502 2 0 48 0 1 12 0 565
2017 469 0 2 52 0 0 16 0 539
2018 483 5 3 58 0 0 17 0 566
2019 465 4 2 56 0 0 10 0 537
2020 463 4 2 53 0 0 15 0 537
2021 434 4 4 36 0 0 10 0 488
2022 443 4 4 38 0 1 12 0 502
2023 426 5 5 38 0 0 13 0 487
2024 429 7 6 29 1 0 18 0 490

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Lakewood Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 587 29.2 20.1 0
1996 587 29.2 20.1 0
1997 594 30.0 19.8 0
1998 626 28.0 22.4 0
1999 643 32.0 20.1 0
2000 676 34.2 19.8 23.1
2001 628 34.4 18.3 20.7
2002 630 33.1 19.0 31.7
2003 630 33.1 19.0 31.7
2004 600 32.1 18.7 26.5
2005 583 29.3 19.9 30.4
2006 543 27.1 20.0 30.8
2007 538 27.1 19.9 0.9
2008 537 26.7 20.1 31.3
2009 525 27.3 19.2 35.1
2010 511 26.5 19.2 36.9
2011 487 24.4 19.9 42.7
2012 480 23.2 20.6 40.2
2013 445 22.2 19.9 43.6
2014 443 21.8 20.2 39.5
2015 423 23.0 18.3 34.8
2016 565 28.0 20.1 43.2
2017 539 27.4 19.6 46.2
2018 566 27.9 20.2 45.6
2019 537 29.8 17.9 48.6
2020 537 26.4 20.3 43.4
2021 488 25.2 19.3 46.3
2022 502 26.9 18.6 43
2023 487 26.0 18.7 43.7
2024 490 26.2 18.7 49

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Lakewood Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 587 29.2 20.1 0
1996 587 29.2 20.1 0
1997 594 30.0 19.8 0
1998 626 28.0 22.4 0
1999 643 32.0 20.1 0
2000 676 34.2 19.8 23.1
2001 628 34.4 18.3 20.7
2002 630 33.1 19.0 31.7
2003 630 33.1 19.0 31.7
2004 600 32.1 18.7 26.5
2005 583 29.3 19.9 30.4
2006 543 27.1 20.0 30.8
2007 538 27.1 19.9 0.9
2008 537 26.7 20.1 31.3
2009 525 27.3 19.2 35.1
2010 511 26.5 19.2 36.9
2011 487 24.4 19.9 42.7
2012 480 23.2 20.6 40.2
2013 445 22.2 19.9 43.6
2014 443 21.8 20.2 39.5
2015 423 23.0 18.3 34.8
2016 565 28.0 20.1 43.2
2017 539 27.4 19.6 46.2
2018 566 27.9 20.2 45.6
2019 537 29.8 17.9 48.6
2020 537 26.4 20.3 43.4
2021 488 25.2 19.3 46.3
2022 502 26.9 18.6 43
2023 487 26.0 18.7 43.7
2024 490 26.2 18.7 49

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Lakewood Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $376 (4.2%) $8,576 (95.8%) $8,953
2020 $370 (4.1%) $8,672 (95.9%) $9,043
2021 $804 (7.9%) $9,376 (92.1%) $10,180
2022 $1,472 (12.9%) $9,920 (87.1%) $11,393
2023 $919 (7.5%) $11,348 (92.5%) $12,267

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Lakewood Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 200th of 792 Middle schoolsRanks 275th of 883 Middle schools
 5.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
5th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Middle School)56.853.7
 3.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Public Schools)56.853.7
 3.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)46.243.9
 2.3%
5th Grade Math (Lakewood Middle School)4037.2
 2.8%
   5th Grade Math (Lakewood Public Schools)4037.2
 2.8%
   5th Grade Math (Michigan)34.831.5
 3.3%
5th Grade Social Studies (Lakewood Middle School)31.225.8
 5.4%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Lakewood Public Schools)31.225.8
 5.4%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)17.418.6
 1.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Middle School)53.240.5
 12.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Public Schools)53.240.5
 12.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)41.737.5
 4.2%
6th Grade Math (Lakewood Middle School)40.623.8
 16.8%
   6th Grade Math (Lakewood Public Schools)40.623.8
 16.8%
   6th Grade Math (Michigan)35.129.6
 5.5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Middle School)53.840.4
 13.4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Public Schools)53.840.4
 13.4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)42.736.9
 5.8%
7th Grade Math (Lakewood Middle School)37.931.8
 6.1%
   7th Grade Math (Lakewood Public Schools)37.931.8
 6.1%
   7th Grade Math (Michigan)35.731
 4.7%
8th Grade Social Studies (Lakewood Middle School)32.336.6
 4.3%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Lakewood Public Schools)32.336.6
 4.3%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)2826.7
 1.3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Middle School)70.171.4
 1.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Lakewood Public Schools)70.171.4
 1.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)61.959.7
 2.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (Lakewood Middle School)52.843.8
 9%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Lakewood Public Schools)52.843.8
 9%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)41.436.3
 5.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students537487
 9.3%
African American45
 25%
American Indian00
Asian25
 150%
Hispanic5638
 32.1%
Pacific Islander00
White465426
 8.4%
Two or More Races1013
 30%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients48.6%43.7%
 4.9%


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Lakewood Middle School ranks 347th of 897 Michigan middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Lakewood Middle School usually go on to attend Lakewood High School

Students at Lakewood Middle School are 88% White, 6% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 1% African American, 1% Asian.

In the 2023-24 school year, 490 students attended Lakewood Middle School.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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