Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Uriah H Lawton School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Uriah H. Lawton School serves the southwest area of Ann Arbor, MI, covering approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uriah H Lawton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Uriah H Lawton School's student population of 422 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Uriah H Lawton School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Uriah H Lawton School is 0.69, which is more 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
#107 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
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%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uriah H Lawton School's ranking?
Uriah H Lawton School is ranked #107 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Uriah H Lawton School often compared to?
Uriah H Lawton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dicken Elementary School, Heritage School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Uriah H Lawton School?
422 students attend Uriah H Lawton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Uriah H Lawton School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uriah H Lawton School?
Uriah H Lawton School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Uriah H Lawton School offer ?
Uriah H Lawton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Uriah H Lawton School part of?
Uriah H Lawton School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Uriah H Lawton School located?
Uriah H Lawton School is located in the Lawton neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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