Lawrence Family Development Charter School

Charter School 854 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
The Lawrence Family Development Charter School (LFDCS), located at 34 West Street in Lawrence, Massachusetts, is a tuition-free public charter school committed to providing a high-quality, comprehensive education to students in grades K-8. The school operates with a dual focus on academic excellence and the empowerment of the surrounding community. By fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, LFDCS aims to prepare its students to become productive, responsible citizens who are well-equipped to succeed in higher education and their future professional lives.

A defining characteristic of LFDCS is its holistic approach, which emphasizes strong partnerships between the school, students, and their families. The curriculum is designed to be rigorous while maintaining a deep respect for the cultural and linguistic diversity of the Lawrence community. Beyond standard academics, the school places significant value on character development, bilingualism, and civic engagement. Through its structured programs and dedicated staff, the Lawrence Family Development Charter School strives to bridge achievement gaps and provide every student with the tools necessary to overcome systemic challenges and reach their full potential.
854
Total Students
42.1
Full-Time Teachers
20.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lawrence Family Development Charter School
Demographic Student Count
White6
Hispanic844
Black2
Two or More2
  • Hispanic
    844 (98.8 %)
  • White
    6 (0.7 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lawrence Family Development Charter (District)
Phone: (978)689-9863
Website: http://www.lfdcs.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 854
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 100
Kindergarten 104
Grade 1 102
Grade 2 83
Grade 3 84
Grade 4 84
Grade 5 79
Grade 6 75
Grade 7 73
Grade 8 70

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lawrence Family Development Charter School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten100
Kindergarten104
Grade 1102
Grade 283
Grade 384
Grade 484
Grade 579
Grade 675
Grade 773
Grade 870
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lawrence Family Development Charter School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46954.9%
Male38545.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)