Serving 797 students in grades 4-6, Lawrence Intermediate 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 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawrence Intermediate School's student population of 797 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.73, 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
#1358 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
24%
33%
Black
12%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Intermediate School's ranking?
Lawrence Intermediate School is ranked #1358 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrence Intermediate School often compared to?
Lawrence Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Intermediate School?
797 students attend Lawrence Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lawrence Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Intermediate School?
Lawrence Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence Intermediate School offer ?
Lawrence Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Lawrence Intermediate School part of?
Lawrence Intermediate School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
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