For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 129 students in Lawrence, NE.
The top ranked public school in Lawrence, NE is Lawrence/nelson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawrence, NE public school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Lawrence have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51爆料s in Lawrence, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence/nelson Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
411 E Second
Lawrence, NE 68957
(402) 756-7013
Lawrence, NE 68957
(402) 756-7013
Grades: PK-5
| 129 students
Lawrence, Nebraska 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
411 E Second
Lawrence, NE 68957
(402) 756-7014
Lawrence, NE 68957
(402) 756-7014
Grades: PK
| 33 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lawrence, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Lawrence, NE include Lawrence/nelson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lawrence?
1 public schools are located in Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawrence?
Lawrence public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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