Lakewood High School is a public secondary school in what was Arlington, but annexed to become an addition of Marysville, Washington, serving students in grades 9–12. The school is the only secondary school in the Lakewood School District, serving the Lake Goodwin, North Lakewood, and Smokey Point areas.
Serving 834 students in grades 9-12, Lakewood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakewood High School's student population of 834 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
A Small District Going Big Places
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Lakewood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakewood High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
3%
5%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakewood High School's ranking?
Lakewood High School is ranked #1050 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lakewood High School often compared to?
Lakewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marysville Pilchuck High School, Arlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakewood High School?
The graduation rate of Lakewood High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lakewood High School?
834 students attend Lakewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lakewood High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakewood High School?
Lakewood High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakewood High School offer ?
Lakewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakewood High School part of?
Lakewood High School is part of Lakewood School District.
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