For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 370 students in Lawson, MO.
The top ranked public high school in Lawson, MO is Lawson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawson, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Lawson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public high schools.
Lawson, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawson High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Lawson, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7270
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7270
Grades: 9-12
| 338 students
Rank: n/an/a
Watkins Mill Park Camp
Magnet School
25610 Park Rd North
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Grades: 6-12
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Lawson, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in Lawson, MO include Lawson High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lawson?
2 public high schools are located in Lawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawson?
Lawson public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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