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Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School

Elementary School · LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

87 WANSER AVE, Inwood, NY 11096

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

141

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,414 of 4,742

In Inwood

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Inwood · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Yeshiva Ketana of Long Island

5.9/10

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5.4/10

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About Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School

Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School is a public elementary school in Inwood, NY, part of LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd. Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,414 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 141 students, Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School 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.

47% of students at Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on NY state average
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$43,184
Chronic Absenteeism46.8%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School Compares

See how Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in NY
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

Location

87 WANSER AVE, Inwood, NY 11096

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE FIVE TOWNS-LOWER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Far Rockaway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Inwood, see our Inwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVA KETANA OF LONG ISLAND Inwood 0.4 mi 5.9
LAWRENCE PRIMARY SCHOOL AT #2 SCHOOL Inwood 0.4 mi 5.4
LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BROADWAY CAMPUS Lawrence 0.5 mi 6.3
LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL AT BROADWAY CAMPUS Lawrence 0.5 mi 4.0
RANDOLPH HOLDER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 4.1
THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL Lawrence 0.7 mi 7.4
RAMBAM MESIVTA Lawrence 0.7 mi 6.9
HEBREW ACADEMY OF FIVE TOWNS & ROCKAWAY Lawrence 0.8 mi 6.7
MESIVTA ATERES YAAKOV Lawrence 0.8 mi 6.8
MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO Far Rockaway 0.9 mi 4.9
VILLAGE ACADEMY Far Rockaway 0.9 mi 5.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY Far Rockaway 0.9 mi 6.6
WORLD HARVEST DELIVERANCE CTR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Far Rockaway 0.9 mi
HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE FIVE TOWNS-LOWER SCHOOL Lawrence 0.8 mi 6.7
BNOS BAIS YAAKOV / TICHON MEIR MOSHE Far Rockaway 1.1 mi 6.2
BNOS BAIS YAAKOV-FAR ROCKAWAY Far Rockaway 1.1 mi 5.1
PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE) Far Rockaway 1.1 mi 6.0
LAWRENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cedarhurst 1.1 mi 6.1
TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Far Rockaway 1.2 mi 5.3
SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Cedarhurst 1.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11096 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,160

Median Home Value

$604,900

Median Rent

$1,944/mo

Population

9,897

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

31.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BAYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bayville, NY 5.2
HARRISVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisville, NY 5.2
HOLY GHOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY 5.2
JOHN PEARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia, NY 5.2
PACKER COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn, NY 5.2
PS 211 Bronx, NY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School

What grades does Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School serve?

Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School?

Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.

How does Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School rank in NY?

Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School ranks #3,414 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School a charter school?

No, Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School a Title I school?

No, Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 School?

61.0% of students at Lawrence Early Childhood Center at #4 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
141
0
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.8%

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