Serving 52 students in grades 6-12, Lakeview School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeview School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeview School's student population of 52 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong minds break chains. We have to invite the spirit of learning.
School Rankings
Lakeview School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2615 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6-9%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
62%
24%
White
6%
42%
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)40-59%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview School's ranking?
Lakeview School is ranked #2615 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lakeview School often compared to?
Lakeview Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastway Elementary School, Durham's Performance Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeview School?
The graduation rate of Lakeview School is 40-59%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakeview School?
52 students attend Lakeview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lakeview School students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview School?
Lakeview School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lakeview School offer ?
Lakeview School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeview School part of?
Lakeview School is part of Durham School District.
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