Needs Improvement
#1673 of 1,793 schools in MA
Based on limited data
Lawlor Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Lawrence
41 Lexington Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 24 schools in Lawrence. Learn more
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,673 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#23 of 29
public schools
In district
#21 of 26
Lawrence
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Lawlor Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lawlor Early Childhood Center
Lawlor Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Lawlor Early Childhood Center serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawlor Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,673 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Lawlor Early Childhood Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Lawlor Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Lawlor Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
41 Lexington Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lawlor Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John K Tarbox (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Community Day Charter Public School (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rollins Early Childhood Center (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 2.4 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Leonard Middle School Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Donald P Timony Grammar Methuen | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Community Day Charter Public School Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Rollins Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Methuen High Methuen | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Methuen | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,525
Median Home Value
$393,800
Median Rent
$1,565/mo
Population
52,761
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
32.3%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles J Prescott Norwood, MA | 3.8 |
| East Brookfield Elementary East Brookfield, MA | 3.8 |
| Burncoat Street Worcester, MA | 3.9 |
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn, MA | 3.9 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester, MA | 3.9 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield, MA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lawlor Early Childhood Center
What grades does Lawlor Early Childhood Center serve?
Lawlor Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Lawlor Early Childhood Center?
Lawlor Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawlor Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lawlor Early Childhood Center is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lawlor Early Childhood Center rank in MA?
Lawlor Early Childhood Center ranks #1,673 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lawlor Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lawlor Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lawlor Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Lawlor Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lawlor Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Lawlor Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (978) 975-5956
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #21 of 26
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