Serving 1,166 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence High School's student population of 1,166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
22%
32%
Black
16%
15%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence High School's ranking?
Lawrence High School is ranked #674 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrence High School often compared to?
Lawrence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Valley Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lawrence High School?
1,166 students attend Lawrence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lawrence High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence High School?
Lawrence High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence High School offer ?
Lawrence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lawrence High School part of?
Lawrence High School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
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