Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakemont Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakemont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakemont Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
鈥淟.E.A.D. the Way鈥
School Rankings
Lakemont Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakemont Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
73%
22%
White
4%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakemont Elementary School's ranking?
Lakemont Elementary School is ranked #1753 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lakemont Elementary School often compared to?
Lakemont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cool Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lakemont Elementary School?
404 students attend Lakemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lakemont Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakemont Elementary School?
Lakemont Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakemont Elementary School offer ?
Lakemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakemont Elementary School part of?
Lakemont Elementary School is part of Petersburg City 51爆料s.
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