For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,678 students in Lawndale, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 38 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Lawndale, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Lawndale, NC are Burns High School and Burns Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawndale, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Lawndale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lawndale, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Burns High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 E Stagecoach Trail
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8335
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8335
Grades: 9-12
| 922 students
Rank: #22.
Burns Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Shady Grove Road
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8223
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8223
Grades: 6-8
| 756 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lawndale, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Lawndale, NC include Burns High School and Burns Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lawndale?
2 public schools are located in Lawndale.
What percentage of students in Lawndale go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Lawndale are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lawndale?
Lawndale public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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