Serving 1,016 students in grades 9-12, Lakewood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lakewood High School's student population of 1,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
59%
31%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood High School's ranking?
Lakewood High School is ranked #703 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lakewood High School often compared to?
Lakewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumter High School, Crestwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood High School?
The graduation rate of Lakewood High School is 67%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lakewood High School?
1,016 students attend Lakewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lakewood High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakewood High School?
Lakewood High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakewood High School offer ?
Lakewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakewood High School part of?
Lakewood High School is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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