For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,774 students in 66046, KS.
The top ranked public schools in 66046, KS are Schwegler Elementary School, Prairie Park Elementary School and Lawrence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66046 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66046, KS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 66046, KS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schwegler Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2201 Ousdahl Rd
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5860
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5860
Gr: K-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2711 Kensington Road
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5740
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5740
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Lawrence High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,499 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Billy Mills Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2734 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5450
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5450
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
66046, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2704 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5600
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5600
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
1605 Davis Rd
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5760
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5760
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66046, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66046, KS include Schwegler Elementary School, Prairie Park Elementary School and Lawrence High School.
How many public schools are located in 66046?
4 public schools are located in 66046.
What is the racial composition of students in 66046?
66046 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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