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Lawrence Middle School

Middle School · Lawrence Township Public School District

2455 PRINCETON PIKE, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,133 of 2,466

In Lawrenceville

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Lawrence Township Public School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lawrence Middle School

6.6/10

Middle School in Lawrenceville · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Lawrence Middle School

Lawrence Middle School is a public middle school in Lawrenceville, NJ, part of Lawrence Township Public School District. Lawrence Middle School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,133 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lawrence Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,969
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Lawrence Middle School — Students at Lawrence Middle School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
54.2%
ELA
62.3%
2025
Math
48.7%
ELA
63.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Lawrence Middle School Compares

See how Lawrence Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2455 PRINCETON PIKE, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lawrence Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lawrence Intermediate School (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hedgepeth Williams Intermediate School (rated 4.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Trenton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School (rated 3.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Trenton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawrenceville, see our Lawrenceville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lawrence High School Lawrenceville 0.2 mi 5.2
Eldridge Park School Lawrenceville 0.5 mi 7.7
ST ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lawrenceville 0.6 mi 6.4
Lawrence Intermediate School Lawrenceville 0.8 mi 7.8
Slackwood Elementary School Lawrenceville 0.9 mi 4.2
Ben Franklin Elementary Lawrenceville 1.2 mi 5.1
Dr. Crosby Copeland Jr Elementary Trenton 1.6 mi 3.2
Darlene C. McKnight Elementary Trenton 2.0 mi 3.5
Paul Robeson Charter School for the Humanities Trenton 1.9 mi 5.8
THE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOL Lawrenceville 2.2 mi 6.5
Greenwood Elementary School Hamilton 2.3 mi 6.0
Lawrenceville Elementary School Lawrenceville 2.5 mi 6.2
William L Antheil Elementary School Ewing 1.9 mi 7.7
Klockner Elementary School Hamilton 2.3 mi 7.6
Patton J. Hill Elementary School Trenton 2.6 mi 5.0
Hamilton North - Nottingham Hamilton 2.6 mi 4.0
Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School Trenton 2.6 mi 3.1
Hedgepeth Williams Intermediate School Trenton 2.8 mi 4.1
Paul S. Robeson Elementary School Trenton 2.9 mi 3.6
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF TRENTON Trenton 2.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,036

Median Home Value

$395,400

Median Rent

$1,953/mo

Population

31,142

College Educated

60.1%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.4

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Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School Bellmawr, NJ 6.6
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Dwight D. Eisenhower School Freehold, NJ 6.6
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus Somerset, NJ 6.6
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School Mantua, NJ 6.6
Jordan Road Elementary School Somers Point, NJ 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawrence Middle School

What grades does Lawrence Middle School serve?

Lawrence Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Lawrence Middle School?

Lawrence Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Middle School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lawrence Middle School rank in NJ?

Lawrence Middle School ranks #1,133 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lawrence Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lawrence Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lawrence Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawrence Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lawrence Middle School a charter school?

No, Lawrence Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lawrence Middle School a Title I school?

No, Lawrence Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawrence Middle School?

31.0% of students at Lawrence Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Mercer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

District

Lawrence Township Public School District
District Enrollment
3,758
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,969
District Rank
#3 of 7

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