- Grant Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 323 students
- Emerson Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 323 students
- Hayes Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 292 students
- Lincoln Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 270 students
- Horace Mann Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 269 students
- Harrison Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 255 students
- Roosevelt Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 233 students
- Taft Center for Innovation — Grades PK–PK · 34 students
- Garfield Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 457 students
- Harding Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 446 students
- Lakewood High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,372 students
- Franklin School of Opportunity - On Site — Grades 7–12 · 59 students
- Franklin School of Opportunity Online — Grades 1–12 · 36 students
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| Metric | Lakewood City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Lakewood City School District
Families searching for schools in Lakewood, Ohio (ZIP 44107) are zoned to Lakewood City School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Ohio districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 10 schools, covering Pre-K – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Lakewood City School District runs approximately $14,000 annually, placing it near the Ohio state average of approximately $13,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Lakewood City School District is a mid-sized district with 10 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Lakewood City School District 6 out of 10 — average among Ohio public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Lakewood City School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 44107
Children in zip code 44107 are assigned to Lakewood City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 44107, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lakewood City School District at (616)374-8043 or visit www.lakewoodps.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lakewood
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Lakewood City School District serves zip code 44107, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 44107 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lakewood City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 44107.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lakewood City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 44107 data.