Serving 179 students in grades 7-12, Lawrence Jrsr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawrence Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lawrence, MI, covering approximately 48.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence Jrsr High School's student population of 179 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Lawrence Jrsr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Jrsr High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2154 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
42%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Jrsr High School's ranking?
Lawrence Jrsr High School is ranked #2154 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lawrence Jrsr High School often compared to?
Lawrence Jrsr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gobles High School, Bloomingdale Middle And High School, Decatur Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence Jrsr High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence Jrsr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Lawrence Jrsr High School?
179 students attend Lawrence Jrsr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lawrence Jrsr High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Jrsr High School?
Lawrence Jrsr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lawrence Jrsr High School offer ?
Lawrence Jrsr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawrence Jrsr High School part of?
Lawrence Jrsr High School is part of Lawrence School District.
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