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Lawrence Jr High School

7 School Street
Fairfield, ME 04937
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 281 students in grades 7-8, Lawrence Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Bottom 50% in ME
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 84% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lawrence Jr High School's student population of 281 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Lawrence Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Jr High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ME)
#379 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
33%
49%
84%
84%
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lawrence Jr High School's ranking?
Lawrence Jr High School is ranked #379 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Jr High School?
281 students attend Lawrence Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lawrence Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Jr High School?
Lawrence Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence Jr High School offer ?
Lawrence Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence Jr High School part of?

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 84% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education

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