Lawrence West Middle School

2700 Harvard Road
Lawrence, KS 66049
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 610 students in grades 6-8, Lawrence West Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 610 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50% in KS
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lawrence West Middle School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
610 students
This chart display total students of Lawrence West Middle School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Gender %
This chart display gender of Lawrence West Middle School
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
This chart display the total teachers of Lawrence West Middle School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart display the students of Lawrence West Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Lawrence West Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence West Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KS)
#699 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall school rank of Lawrence West Middle School, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
24%
28%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Kansas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
35%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Kansas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
This chart display the student teacher ratio of Lawrence West Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
2%
1%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Lawrence West Middle School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Asian
2%
3%
This chart display the percentage of Asian students in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hispanic
10%
21%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
5%
6%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
70%
63%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students of two or more races in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Lawrence West Middle School.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in KS.
0.49
This chart display the diversity score of Lawrence West Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Lawrence West Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lawrence West Middle School's ranking?
Lawrence West Middle School is ranked #699 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lawrence West Middle School often compared to?
Lawrence West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Southwest Middle School, Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School, Billy Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Lawrence West Middle School?
610 students attend Lawrence West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lawrence West Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence West Middle School?
Lawrence West Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawrence West Middle School offer ?
Lawrence West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lawrence West Middle School part of?
Lawrence West Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.

School Reviews

Review Lawrence West Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 610 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Quick Links