Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lawrenceville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrenceville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawrenceville Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrenceville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrenceville Elementary 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
#842 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
17%
33%
Black
11%
15%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrenceville Elementary School's ranking?
Lawrenceville Elementary School is ranked #842 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrenceville Elementary School often compared to?
Lawrenceville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Franklin Elementary School, Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawrenceville Elementary School?
291 students attend Lawrenceville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lawrenceville Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrenceville Elementary School?
Lawrenceville Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrenceville Elementary School offer ?
Lawrenceville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Lawrenceville Elementary School part of?
Lawrenceville Elementary School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrenceville Elementary School located?
Lawrenceville Elementary School is located in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Lawrence Township, NJ.
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