Serving 730 students in grades 3-8, Academy For Discovery At Lakewood ranks in the top 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 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Discovery At Lakewood is 0.64, 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
#856 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
33%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
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 Academy For Discovery At Lakewood's ranking?
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood is ranked #856 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Academy For Discovery At Lakewood often compared to?
Academy For Discovery At Lakewoodis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Academy For Discovery At Lakewood?
730 students attend Academy For Discovery At Lakewood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Academy For Discovery At Lakewood students are White, 33% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy For Discovery At Lakewood?
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy For Discovery At Lakewood offer ?
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy For Discovery At Lakewood part of?
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood is part of Norfolk City School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy For Discovery At Lakewood located?
Academy For Discovery At Lakewood is located in the Lakewood neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood.
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