Lawrence Gardner High School serves 82 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Gardner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lawrence Gardner High School's student population of 82 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence Gardner High 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
28%
7%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lawrence Gardner High School?
82 students attend Lawrence Gardner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lawrence Gardner High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Lawrence Gardner High School offer ?
Lawrence Gardner High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lawrence Gardner High School part of?
Lawrence Gardner High School is part of Department Of Corrections School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence Gardner High School located?
Lawrence Gardner High School is located in the North Topeka neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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