Lawrence Southwest Middle School

School Overview
Lawrence Southwest Middle School, located at 2511 Inverness Drive in Lawrence, Kansas, is a public middle school serving students within the Lawrence Public Schools district (USD 497). The school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience that fosters intellectual growth, social-emotional development, and student engagement during the critical middle school years. As part of a district known for its emphasis on innovative teaching and community-integrated learning, the school focuses on creating a supportive environment that prepares students for the transition to high school.

The school’s commitment to education is reflected in its diverse curriculum, which typically encompasses core subjects such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside a variety of elective opportunities and extracurricular activities. By leveraging the resources of the Lawrence school district, Southwest Middle School strives to cultivate an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to explore their interests, build meaningful peer relationships, and develop the foundational skills necessary for future academic success. For more information on school policies, academic calendars, and district-wide resources, families and community members can visit their official website at [www.usd497.org](http://www.usd497.org).
641
Total Students
45.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lawrence Southwest Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White444
Hispanic53
Black27
Asian34
Two or More71
American Indian12
  • White
    444 (69.3 %)
  • Two or More
    71 (11.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    53 (8.3 %)
  • Asian
    34 (5.3 %)
  • Black
    27 (4.2 %)
  • American Indian
    12 (1.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lawrence
Phone: (785)832-5550
Website: http://www.usd497.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 641
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 135
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24
Grades Taught
Grade 6 206
Grade 7 226
Grade 8 209

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lawrence Southwest Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6206
Grade 7226
Grade 8209
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lawrence Southwest Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29345.7%
Male34854.3%