7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lawrence, Nebraska

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $100,703
Median home value: $116,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Avg commute: 34 min
Owner-occupied homes: 95%

How Lawrence compares

Median household income

$101k

135% of Nebraska median

About Schools in Lawrence, Nebraska

Lawrence, Nebraska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Lawrence perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lawrence is Lawrence/nelson Elementary Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lawrence is served by 1 school district: SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA UNIFIED 5. These districts collectively serve 733 students.

Lawrence's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,703. The poverty rate in the area is 1.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	LAWRENCE/NELSON ELEMENTARY SCH 129 students · Pre-K–5th	129	Pre-K–5th	7.8

Schools in Lawrence

Lawrence, Nebraska · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$100,703

Median Home Value

$116,100

Median Rent

$569/mo

Population

495

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

95%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

1.6%

Community Profile

Lawrence has a median household income of $100,703. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,100, with a median rent of $569/month. The local poverty rate of 1.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Nebraska
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School District

SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA UNIFIED 5

6 schools · 733 students

Nearby Cities

Blue Hill (2 schools)

11 mi

Nelson (2 schools)

12 mi

Fairfield (3 schools)

14 mi

Superior (3 schools)

21 mi

Hastings (13 schools)

22 mi

Red Cloud (2 schools)

Davenport (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Nebraska

Top metros statewide by school count.

Omaha 193 schools Lincoln 86 schools Bellevue 34 schools Grand Island 27 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lawrence, Nebraska

How many schools are in Lawrence, Nebraska?

Lawrence has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lawrence, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lawrence is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lawrence, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Lawrence on MySchoolScout is Lawrence/nelson Elementary Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lawrence, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lawrence on MySchoolScout is Lawrence/nelson Elementary Sch with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Lawrence, Nebraska?

Lawrence is served by 1 school district: South Central Nebraska Unified 5.

What is the education level in Lawrence, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Lawrence have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lawrence, Nebraska?

The median household income in Lawrence is approximately $100,703 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lawrence, Nebraska?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lawrence is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lawrence, Nebraska?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.