Best Schools in Lawrenceville, Georgia
48 schools · 25 Elementary · 8 Middle · 9 High · 6 Other
Choosing a school in Lawrenceville?
Use this page to compare every school in Lawrenceville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gwinnett School of Mathematics- Science and Technology
High · Gwinnett County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Craig Elementary School
Elementary · Gwinnett County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gwin Oaks Elementary School
Elementary · Gwinnett County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lawrenceville for 2026 are Gwinnett School of Mathematics- Science and Technology (9.4/10), Craig Elementary School (9.1/10), and Gwin Oaks Elementary School (9.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 43 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
48
37 public · 11 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$318,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
48
37 public · 11 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$318,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 89% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Lawrenceville schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lawrenceville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lawrenceville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (43 of 48). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gwinnett School of Mathematics- Science and Technology | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Craig Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Gwin Oaks Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Freeman's Mill Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Crews Middle School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Woodward Mill Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Five Forks Middle School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Taylor Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Jordan Middle School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Rock Springs Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $82,378
- Median home value
- $318,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
37% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lawrenceville compares
Georgia rank
#111 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$82k
118% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
43
About Schools in Lawrenceville, Georgia
Lawrenceville is the county seat of Gwinnett County and home to 37 ranked public schools spanning elementary through high school. The city's schools average a 6.0 out of 10, a solid baseline that reflects a large, diverse district with meaningful variation across individual campuses. Parents will find real differences in performance depending on which school their child attends, so neighborhood selection matters here.
The upper tier is notably strong. Twelve schools — 32% of all ranked public schools in Lawrenceville — score 7 or higher out of 10, giving families with flexibility a reasonable set of high-performing options to target. Leading the city is Gwin Oaks Elementary School at 8.8 out of 10, the top-rated public school in Lawrenceville. Jackson Elementary (8.5) and Rock Springs Elementary (8.1) also rank among the best elementary options. Oakland Meadow School, rated 8.4, rounds out the top tier for families whose children may benefit from alternative learning environments. At the secondary level, Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology earns a 7.9 and stands out as the city's strongest-rated high school, offering a focused academic program for students with interest in STEM fields.
The elementary landscape is where Lawrenceville's performance peaks. Three of the five top-rated schools are elementary campuses, which signals that early-grade options are the city's most competitive. Families with high school students have fewer top-rated choices, making the path to Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology worth understanding early, since selective programs often have specific admissions requirements.
Practically speaking, parents researching Lawrenceville should map their prospective home addresses against school attendance zones before committing. The 6.0 city average masks a wide spread — schools below that midpoint exist alongside campuses scoring nearly 9 out of 10. Using school ratings alongside test score data, student-to-teacher ratios, and any available district transfer or magnet policies will give the clearest picture. Lawrenceville offers genuinely strong public schools, but finding them requires deliberate research rather than assuming neighborhood proximity equals quality.
Elementary Schools
25 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,084 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 1,056 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
| 3 | 1,019 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
| 4 | 1,041 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 5 | 866 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 6 | 765 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 7 | 994 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 8 | 1,459 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 9 | 891 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 10 | 1,105 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
Show all 25 elementary schools in Lawrenceville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,416 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 1,257 students · 6th–8th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 774 students · 6th–8th | 8.5 | ||
| 4 | 1,718 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 | ||
| 5 | 1,441 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 | ||
| 6 | 2,026 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 7 | 936 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Collins Hill Christian School
Private
75 students · 1st–8th | 7.7 | ||
High Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,275 students · 9th–12th | 9.4 | ||
| 2 | 3,073 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 2,285 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 4 | 2,444 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 5 | 2,730 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 6 | 632 students · 6th–12th | 4.1 | ||
| 7 | 332 students · 6th–12th | 2.7 | ||
| 8 | 873 students · 9th–12th | 2.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Choice Educational Academy
Private
18 students · 7th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,928 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 2 | 54 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.4 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Special Needs School of Gwinnett
Private
68 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.3 | ||
| 2 | Gerard Prepatory School
Private
61 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 21 students · UG–UG | — | ||
| 4 | Majestic Preparatory Academy Inc
Private
8 students · Pre-K–9th | — | ||
Schools in Lawrenceville
Lawrenceville, Georgia · 48 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$82,378
Median Home Value
$318,900
Median Rent
$1,826/mo
Population
275,774
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Community Profile
Lawrenceville has a median household income of $82,378. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $318,900, with a median rent of $1,826/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 25
- Middle
- 8
- High
- 9
- Other
- 6
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Georgia
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lawrenceville, Georgia
How many schools are in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
Lawrenceville has 48 schools, including 37 public and 11 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lawrenceville is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Gwinnett School of Mathematics- Science and Technology with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Craig Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Crews Middle School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Gwinnett School of Mathematics- Science and Technology with a composite score of 9.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lawrenceville, Georgia?
Lawrenceville is served by 1 school district: Gwinnett County.
What is the education level in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Lawrenceville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The median household income in Lawrenceville is approximately $82,378 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
Yes, Lawrenceville has 11 private schools alongside 37 public schools. The top-rated private school is Collins Hill Christian School with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lawrenceville is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lawrenceville, Georgia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Georgia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.