Overview

The Academy for Discovery at Lakewood is a public school in Norfolk, VA, offering a Gifted & Talented program and International Baccalaureate. It is one of 53 schools in Norfolk City Public Schools.
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School Rating

The Academy for Discovery at Lakewood is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Virginia with the same grade levels.
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Advanced Courses

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

1701 Alsace Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23509
School leader: Mrs Romanda Hannigan
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