LAKEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lakewood Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Henry County school district, located in Buchanan, TN with about 293 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Lakewood Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Lakewood Middle School is located in Buchanan, Tennessee, serving as a key educational institution within the Henry County School District. Situated along Highway 79 North, the school provides a foundational academic environment for students in the middle grades, focusing on fostering both intellectual growth and personal development during the transitional years between elementary and high school. The school is known for being part of a close-knit rural community, emphasizing strong relationships between students, faculty, and local families.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, Lakewood Middle School strives to offer a well-rounded experience that encourages student engagement. By balancing standard educational requirements with extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school while cultivating a supportive campus culture. Its location in Buchanan allows it to serve as a central hub for the area’s youth, maintaining a commitment to academic achievement and character building within the broader Henry County educational framework.

For more information, contact Lakewood Middle School at (731) 644-1600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.