Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lawton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 43.6 square miles in Lawton, MI. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 6.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawton Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Lawton Community Schools exists to provide meaningful opportunities that challenge each student to reach their potential.
School Rankings
Lawton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawton Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1196 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawton Elementary School's ranking?
Lawton Elementary School is ranked #1196 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lawton Elementary School often compared to?
Lawton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paw Paw Early Elementary School, Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lawton Elementary School?
397 students attend Lawton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lawton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Lawton Elementary School?
Lawton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lawton Elementary School offer ?
Lawton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawton Elementary School part of?
Lawton Elementary School is part of Lawton Community School District.
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