Best Schools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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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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Lawrence Intermediate School
Middle · Lawrence Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Eldridge Park School
Elementary · Lawrence Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lawrence Middle School
Middle · Lawrence Township Public School District. 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 Lawrence Intermediate School (7.8/10), Eldridge Park School (7.7/10), and Lawrence Middle School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$395,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$395,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lawrenceville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lawrence Intermediate School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Eldridge Park School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Lawrence Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | The Lawrenceville School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | St Ann Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Lawrenceville Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Princeton JR School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Lawrence High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Ben Franklin Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Slackwood Elementary School | 4.2 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $118,036
- Median home value
- $395,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 60%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
20% 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
New Jersey rank
#219 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$118k
100% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey
Lawrenceville, New Jersey is home to 10 schools, including 7 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Lawrenceville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lawrenceville is Lawrence Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lawrenceville is served by 1 school district: Lawrence Township Public School District. These districts collectively serve 3,758 students.
Lawrenceville's community shows 60% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,036. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 211 students · Pre-K–3rd | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 298 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 349 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 246 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Ann Elementary School
Private
196 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | Princeton JR School
Private
75 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 801 students · 4th–6th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 580 students · 7th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,206 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 | ||
| 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 | The Lawrenceville School
Private
818 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
Schools in Lawrenceville
Lawrenceville, New Jersey · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,036
Median Home Value
$395,400
Median Rent
$1,953/mo
Population
31,142
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Lawrenceville has a median household income of $118,036. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $395,400, with a median rent of $1,953/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey
How many schools are in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
Lawrenceville has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lawrenceville is 6.2 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, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Lawrence Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Eldridge Park School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is Lawrence Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Lawrenceville on MySchoolScout is The Lawrenceville School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
Lawrenceville is served by 1 school district: Lawrence Township Public School District.
What is the education level in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 60% of adults in Lawrenceville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
The median household income in Lawrenceville is approximately $118,036 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
Yes, Lawrenceville has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Lawrenceville School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lawrenceville is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lawrenceville, New Jersey?
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, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.