Serving 386 students in grades 6-8, Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School serves the northeast part of Lawrence, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School's student population of 386 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1015 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School's ranking?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is ranked #1015 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School often compared to?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Billy Mills Middle School, Lawrence Southwest Middle School, Lawrence West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School?
386 students attend Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School offer ?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School part of?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School located?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is located in the East Lawrence neighborhood of Lawrence, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in East Lawrence.
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