Serving 825 students in grades 4-6, Lawrence Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence Intermediate School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Intermediate School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1176 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
20%
32%
Black
15%
15%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Intermediate School's ranking?
Lawrence Intermediate School is ranked #1176 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrence Intermediate School often compared to?
Lawrence Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Intermediate School?
825 students attend Lawrence Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lawrence Intermediate School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Intermediate School?
Lawrence Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence Intermediate School offer ?
Lawrence Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Lawrence Intermediate School part of?
Lawrence Intermediate School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
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