Serving 558 students in grades 7-8, Lawrence Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence Middle School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence Middle 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 Middle School is 0.75, 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
#795 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
15%
15%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Middle School's ranking?
Lawrence Middle School is ranked #795 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrence Middle School often compared to?
Lawrence Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timberlane Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Middle School?
558 students attend Lawrence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lawrence Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Middle School?
Lawrence Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence Middle School offer ?
Lawrence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lawrence Middle School part of?
Lawrence Middle School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
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