Below Average
#1528 of 1,793 schools in MA
Based on limited data
Lawrence Family Public Academy
Elementary School · Lawrence
526 Lowell Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 24 schools in Lawrence. Learn more
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,528 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#18 of 29
public schools
In district
#16 of 26
Lawrence
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Lawrence Family Public Academy
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About Lawrence Family Public Academy
Lawrence Family Public Academy is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Lawrence Family Public Academy serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence Family Public Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,528 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Lawrence Family Public Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
35% of students at Lawrence Family Public Academy 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 Lawrence Family Public Academy Compares
See how Lawrence Family Public Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
526 Lowell Street, Lawrence, MA 01841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lawrence Family Public Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Methuen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert Frost (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John K Tarbox (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| James F Hennessey Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| ST ANN'S HOME Methuen | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Gr Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical Andover | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence | 0.9 mi | — |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 2.4 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE Methuen | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert Frost Lawrence | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Betsey B Winslow New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| Buckland-Shelburne Regional Shelburne Falls, MA | 4.4 |
| Hatfield Elementary Hatfield, MA | 4.4 |
| John Avery Parker New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| Joseph G Luther Swansea, MA | 4.4 |
| Pakachoag School Auburn, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lawrence Family Public Academy
What grades does Lawrence Family Public Academy serve?
Lawrence Family Public Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Lawrence Family Public Academy?
Lawrence Family Public Academy has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Family Public Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Family Public Academy is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lawrence Family Public Academy rank in MA?
Lawrence Family Public Academy ranks #1,528 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lawrence Family Public Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lawrence Family Public Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lawrence Family Public Academy a charter school?
No, Lawrence Family Public Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lawrence Family Public Academy a Title I school?
No, Lawrence Family Public Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (978) 722-8030
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #16 of 26
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