H.B. LAWRENCE SCHOOL

H.B. Lawrence School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Holyoke school district, located in Holyoke, MA with about 278 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, H.B. Lawrence School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

H.B. Lawrence School, located at 156 Cabot Street in Holyoke, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students in the Holyoke Public Schools district. Situated in the heart of the city, the school operates as a key component of the local educational system, focusing on providing foundational instruction to children in the community. Like many schools in the district, it serves a diverse student body and is committed to fostering an environment centered on academic growth, social-emotional development, and student success.

The school is notable for its historic location in Holyoke, a city with a rich industrial heritage. As part of a district that frequently engages in educational reform and strategic initiatives to support its students, H.B. Lawrence emphasizes a curriculum aligned with state standards. The school community typically prioritizes building strong partnerships with families to support the educational journey of its students, striving to create a safe and supportive learning environment that prepares children for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact H.B. Lawrence School at (413) 534-2075 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.