Billy Mills Middle School

School Overview
Lawrence South Middle School, located at 2734 Louisiana St in Lawrence, Kansas, is a key component of the Lawrence Public Schools (USD 497) district. Serving students in the middle school grades, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare adolescents for the transition to high school, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and community engagement.

As part of the broader USD 497 district, the school benefits from a centralized administrative framework that prioritizes educational equity and excellence. The campus serves as a hub for the local neighborhood, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that allow students to explore their interests beyond the classroom. For parents and community members seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, school policies, or district initiatives, the official USD 497 website provides a thorough resource for navigating the school’s programs and community involvement opportunities.
516
Total Students
40.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Billy Mills Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White282
Hispanic84
Black46
Asian11
Two or More65
American Indian28
  • White
    282 (54.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    84 (16.3 %)
  • Two or More
    65 (12.6 %)
  • Black
    46 (8.9 %)
  • American Indian
    28 (5.4 %)
  • Asian
    11 (2.1 %)
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)832-5450
Website: http://www.usd497.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 516
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 247
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39
Grades Taught
Grade 6 158
Grade 7 174
Grade 8 184

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Billy Mills Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6158
Grade 7174
Grade 8184
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Billy Mills Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25349%
Male26351%