For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,132 students in Lawrence, KS.
The top ranked public high schools in Lawrence, KS are Lawrence Virtual School, Lawrence Free State High School and Lawrence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawrence, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Lawrence have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public high schools.
Lawrence, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Kansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawrence Free State High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lawrence, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Virtual School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1104 E 1000 Road
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Grades: K-12
| 766 students
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Free State High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4700 Overland Drive
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-6050
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-6050
Grades: 9-12
| 1,777 students
Rank: #33.
Lawrence High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Grades: 9-12
| 1,589 students
Lawrence, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1430 Haskell Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5680
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5680
Grades: K-6
| 183 students
1605 Davis Rd
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5760
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5760
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
1104 E 1000 Road
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5620
Grades: 9-12
| 320 students
601 North Iowa St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5840
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5840
Grades: K-6
| 110 students
1104 East 1000 Rd
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5900
Lawrence, KS 66047
(785) 832-5900
Grades: K-6
| 194 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Lawrence, KS?
The top ranked public high schools in Lawrence, KS include Lawrence Virtual School, Lawrence Free State High School and Lawrence High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lawrence?
3 public high schools are located in Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawrence?
Lawrence public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Lawrence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lawrence include: Lawrence High School vs. Lawrence Free State High School, Lawrence Free State High School vs. Lawrence High School
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