Below Average
#4235 of 4,742 schools in NY
Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus
Middle School · LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
195 BROADWAY, Lawrence, NY 11559
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,235 of 4,742
In Lawrence
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus
Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus is a public middle school in Lawrence, NY, part of LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,235 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus 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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Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus — Students at Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.1/10.
How Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus Compares
See how Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 BROADWAY, Lawrence, NY 11559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VILLAGE ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Far Rockaway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO (rated 4.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Far Rockaway), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,429
Median Home Value
$1,108,200
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
9,130
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus
What grades does Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus serve?
Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus?
Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus is 9.6:1. 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 at Broadway Campus rank in NY?
Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus ranks #4,235 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 at Broadway Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus a charter school?
No, Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus a Title I school?
No, Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus?
79.4% of students at Lawrence Middle School at Broadway Campus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (516) 295-7000
Resources & Links
District
LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,234
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,184
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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