Both of my granddaughters attend Lakewood School In my opinion, this school displays fantastic leadership that spills over to all of the staff as well as the students.
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Posted by a other on 09/29/09
I am a huge advocate of private schooling but have been shocked by the quality of education oat Lakewood. My wife had her son enrolled there when we married and I was stongly incined to move her son to a private school. However, after meeting with faculty and touring the school I was willing to give
... Read more them a fair chance. I have been very pleased with the quality of education and dedication of the teachers. Class room size is large but not excessive. Technology is well deployed in the class room and they have a diverse curiculum. Finally, the best teachers are actively working to join the faculty and it shows. We don't know if we will keep in our son in the public system for middle school but he will complete elementary school at this excellent school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/04/09
The school is great for those that perform, but for those that are not the cream of the crop they ignore and hope will go away.
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Posted by a parent on 07/22/09
The teachers care and spend that extra time with them. Everyone seems to care and be looking out for the best interest of the children. Thank you Lakewood for all you do!
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Posted by a parent on 03/31/09
This is a great school with great teachers. My daughter is learning so much more than she did in public schools. The staff of Lakewood truly care about the children there. I feel very confident that my kids have an advantage in life due to this school.
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Posted by a parent on 11/10/08
I love this school. I have one child that has been there for 3 years and one starting Kindergarten this year. The teachers are great. They really keep you informed and truely care about our children. I believe without a doubt this is the best school in the Phenix City area! It makes you feel good
... Read more to know your kids are in good hands and they are learning at the same time. Thank you Lakewood Staff! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/05/08
This school is very alsome.. my daughter will be starting k this year and son starting 3rd ... he has been going here since k.. and let me tell you he loves it!!!!! and not only that but its the best school around i can say that!!!
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Posted by a parent on 06/06/08
My oldest daughter has attended Lakewood since the school opened 6 years ago. She is currently in 5th grade while my youngest is in the second grade. Since I am an elementary teacher, I have experienced other schools from a teacher's viewpoint. I have been extremely pleased with the education my
... Read more children have received at Lakewood. While there is a strong focus on reading due to the school's status as an ARI school, teachers also teach math, science, and social studies on a daily basis. Teachers strive to improve instruction and meet the needs of all learners. Not only are the teachers concerned with the academic progress of all students, they are concerned with the welfare of the whole child. The leadership and faculty are continuously examining ways to improve an already fantastic school. My oldest child is already in mourning over leaving Lakewood when she enters 6th grade. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/08
My son attends Lakewood and loves it! He is in the second grade now. He has had wonderful teachers and we see the results at home. Parent are highly encouraged by Mrs. Eller and the teachers to BE INVOLVED! If you are moving the the Phenix City Area, check it out!
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Posted by a parent on 10/31/07
My son hated the school he went to before Lakewood. Thanks to the teachers and most of all his teacher Mrs.Culpepper he can not wait to start back. She helped show my son that school can be a fun place to lean. I can not wait till this year to see more changes in my son.
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* In 2007-2008 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
677
Students per teacher:
15
Full-time teachers:
46
Number of classrooms:
30
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Phenix City schools — Lakewood Elementary School is located at 3010 Silverlake Dr, Phenix City AL 36867. 3010 Silverlake Dr is in the 36867 ZIP code in Phenix City, AL The school district for Lakewood Elementary School is the Phenix City School District. Lakewood Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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