Serving 603 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lawson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawson Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawson Elementary School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
7%
7%
White
69%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawson Elementary School's ranking?
Lawson Elementary School is ranked #467 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lawson Elementary School often compared to?
Lawson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan Creek Elementary School, Henry A Wallace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Lawson Elementary School?
603 students attend Lawson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lawson Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawson Elementary School?
Lawson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawson Elementary School offer ?
Lawson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawson Elementary School part of?
Lawson Elementary School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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