Lawrence Central High School serves 2,279 students in grades 9-12.
Lawrence Central High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence Central High School's student population of 2,279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence Central High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Lawrence Central High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#959 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
13%
Black
51%
13%
White
17%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Central High School's ranking?
Lawrence Central High School is ranked #959 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lawrence Central High School often compared to?
Lawrence Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence Central High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence Central High School is 94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lawrence Central High School?
2,279 students attend Lawrence Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lawrence Central High School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Central High School?
Lawrence Central High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lawrence Central High School offer ?
Lawrence Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lawrence Central High School part of?
Lawrence Central High School is part of Metropolitan School District Lawrence Township.
School Reviews
5 10/2/2006
I graduated from this school in 1977. I enjoyed the school and I am doing well. This school is doing better than many other public schools because of local support. But like any other public school, pressure is put upon the teachers to move kids through the system. Parents deteremine parent involvement, but the schools need to open the doors and let the parents know where the doors are! Go to your kids school and and spend a day watching.
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