Bert Goens Learning Center

Bert Goens Learning Center is a public school in Lawrence, Michigan, serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Enrollment sits at 72 students, and the school runs a 2.9-to-1 student-teacher ratio — roughly three students per teacher. That ratio means every student, from the youngest pre-K enrollees to seniors preparing to graduate, gets consistent, direct access to instruction throughout the school day.

The school earns a composite score of 9.0 out of 10, rated Exceptional. Academic performance scores 9.9 out of 10 and growth hits 9.8 — near-perfect marks on both. Bert Goens ranks #103 among 3,190 public schools in Michigan, outperforming 97% of schools statewide.

Among all four schools in Lawrence, it holds the top position. Taken together, those numbers define a school where structure and outcomes align closely. A 72-student campus in the top three percent of Michigan's public schools, with a student-teacher ratio below three-to-one and near-maximum scores in both academic performance and growth, is a rare combination in any part of the state.

For families making this decision, the data points in one direction.

With an enrollment of 72 students, Bert Goens Learning Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 2.9:1, Bert Goens Learning Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Bert Goens Learning Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.