Serving 1,101 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence Co High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence Co High School's student population of 1,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Our Mission Schools and Communities Working Together for Student Success
School Rankings
Lawrence Co High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Co High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#788 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Co High School's ranking?
Lawrence Co High School is ranked #788 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lawrence Co High School often compared to?
Lawrence Co High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summertown High School, Loretto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence Co High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence Co High School is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lawrence Co High School?
1,101 students attend Lawrence Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lawrence Co High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Co High School?
Lawrence Co High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lawrence Co High School offer ?
Lawrence Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence Co High School part of?
Lawrence Co High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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