Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawrenceburg Public ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawrenceburg Public's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lawrenceburg, TN, covering approximately 618 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 14.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 21.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrenceburg Public ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lawrenceburg Public's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Lawrenceburg Public ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrenceburg Public is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrenceburg Public's ranking?
Lawrenceburg Public is ranked #177 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lawrenceburg Public often compared to?
Lawrenceburg Publicis often viewed alongside schools like Ingram Sowell Elementary School, Leoma Elementary School, New Prospect Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lawrenceburg Public?
474 students attend Lawrenceburg Public.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lawrenceburg Public students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lawrenceburg Public offer ?
Lawrenceburg Public offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrenceburg Public part of?
Lawrenceburg Public is part of Lawrence County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went to LPS for my elementary school and I had the best experience there! I finished elementary in 5th grade in the year of 2018-2019. All my teachers made learning fun and easy, and they were really kind too! I will never forget my teachers and my old school because of so much good memories! And because of that, I still remember all of my teachers'' name. (I will not post the names on here because of privacy). The faculty and staffs there were also really kind and helpful. If it is still there after I graduate college, I might as well send my children there too!
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