Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarence Lawson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence Lawson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clarence Lawson Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarence Lawson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarence Lawson Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
60%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarence Lawson Elementary School's ranking?
Clarence Lawson Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Clarence Lawson Elementary School often compared to?
Clarence Lawson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill Elementary School, Belair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Clarence Lawson Elementary School?
422 students attend Clarence Lawson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Clarence Lawson Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarence Lawson Elementary School?
Clarence Lawson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarence Lawson Elementary School offer ?
Clarence Lawson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clarence Lawson Elementary School part of?
Clarence Lawson Elementary School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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