Serving 1,206 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence High School's student population of 1,206 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1253 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
24%
34%
Black
16%
15%
White
38%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence High School's ranking?
Lawrence High School is ranked #1253 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrence High School often compared to?
Lawrence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Valley Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence High School is 87%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lawrence High School?
1,206 students attend Lawrence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lawrence High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence High School?
Lawrence High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence High School offer ?
Lawrence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lawrence High School part of?
Lawrence High School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
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