LAWRENCE SCHOOL
Lawrence School is a public elementary school that is part of the Middletown School District school district, located in Middletown, CT with about 293 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 20 teachers, Lawrence School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Lawrence School, located on Kaplan Drive in Middletown, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Middletown Public Schools district, the institution focuses on providing a foundational education centered on academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive community atmosphere. The school emphasizes a standard curriculum aligned with state educational benchmarks, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school through a balance of core subjects and enrichment activities.
The school is known for its neighborhood-centric approach, prioritizing close collaboration between educators, students, and families to foster an inclusive learning environment. Like many schools in the Middletown district, Lawrence School typically places a strong emphasis on character education and inclusive practices, striving to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Through various school programs, parent-teacher initiatives, and a commitment to individualized instruction, the school seeks to ensure that every student has access to the resources and guidance necessary for both personal and academic success.
For more information, contact Lawrence School at (860) 632-2158 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Middletown, CT 06457-1837
(860) 632-2158
LAWRENCE SCHOOL is a public school in Middletown, CT with about 293 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Middletown School District
- Total Students:
- 293
- Teachers:
- 20.74
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 293 students
- White
- 41.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.1%
- Black or African American
- 15.7%
- Asian
- 14.7%
- Two or more races
- 10.2%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.