For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,431 students in 66044, KS (there are 4 private schools, serving 548 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 66044, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66044, KS are Lawrence Virtual School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Cordley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66044 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66044, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66044, KS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Virtual School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Mcdonald Drive
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5620
Grades: K-12
| 626 students
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1045 Hilltop Dr
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Cordley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1837 Vermont St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5640
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5640
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
New York Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
936 New York Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #55.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
508 Elm St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5920
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5920
Grades: K-5
| 238 students
Rank: #66.
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Massachusetts St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5400
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 394 students
66044, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1430 Haskell Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5680
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5680
Grades: K-6
| 183 students
810 W 6 Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5800
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5800
Grades: K-5
| 212 students
601 North Iowa St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5840
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5840
Grades: K-6
| 110 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66044, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66044, KS include Lawrence Virtual School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Cordley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66044?
6 public schools are located in 66044.
What percentage of students in 66044 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 66044 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66044?
66044 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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