SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County School District No. R-1 school district, located in LAKEWOOD, CO with about 498 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 27 teachers, SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 8425 West 1st Avenue in Lakewood, Colorado, is a public school serving students in the Jefferson County School District. As a neighborhood institution, it focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity and academic growth among its diverse student population.
Beyond its core curriculum, South Lakewood Elementary typically offers various resources and programs designed to meet the unique needs of its students, including opportunities for enrichment and extracurricular involvement. The school maintains a strong connection with the local Lakewood community, working to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application. By prioritizing inclusive teaching practices and a collaborative atmosphere, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 982-7325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226-1218
(303) 982-7325
SOUTH LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in LAKEWOOD, CO with about 498 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jefferson County School District No. R-1
- Total Students:
- 498
- Teachers:
- 27.69
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 498 students
- White
- 51.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 37.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.6%
- Asian
- 2.4%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.6%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.