LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Located at 1086 Main Street in Shrub Oak, New York, the Lakeland Central School District is an established public school system set within a thriving suburban community in the greater New York metropolitan region. Serving a student body of 5,270 children across eight operational schools, the district offers an expansive continuum of education spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded programs. The district’s student population reflects a vibrant, multicultural learning environment, encompassing 2,719 White, 1,739 Hispanic, 367 Black, 253 Asian, and 165 multiracial students, as well as American Indian and Pacific Islander representation, balanced between 2,720 male and 2,550 female pupils.

To support its academic mission and nurture individual student growth, Lakeland Central School District maintains a strong staffing infrastructure totaling over 2,091 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated workforce includes 934 FTE teachers, 110 FTE instructional aides, and nearly 1,047 FTE support staff members, ensuring that classrooms benefit from low student-to-educator ratios and comprehensive administrative, health, and operational support. Operating as a traditional, non-charter public school system, the district remains committed to academic excellence and community engagement, providing families and educational researchers alike with a well-resourced suburban public education model accessible through its central administration or online at lakelandschools.org.