Lawrence

27 Francis Street
Brookline, MA 02446
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 615 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lawrence ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 10% in MA
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lawrence's student population of 615 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers

School Rankings

Lawrence ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#163 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
69%
41%
71%
44%
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
42%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lawrence's ranking?
Lawrence is ranked #163 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lawrence often compared to?
Lawrenceis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce, Florida Ruffin Ridley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lawrence?
615 students attend Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lawrence students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence?
Lawrence has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence offer ?
Lawrence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawrence part of?
Lawrence is part of Brookline School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence located?
Lawrence is located in the Coolidge Corner South Side neighborhood of Brookline, MA.

School Reviews

5   9/12/2012
A wonderful school. I''m sure everyone would love it.
- Posted by Parent - jojob

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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