Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeshore Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeshore Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeshore Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
34%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeshore Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeshore Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeshore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waukazoo Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School, Woodside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Elementary School?
439 students attend Lakeshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lakeshore Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeshore Elementary School?
Lakeshore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Elementary School offer ?
Lakeshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeshore Elementary School part of?
Lakeshore Elementary School is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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