Lawrence Jr High School
300 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Lawrence Junior High School, located at 7 School Street in Fairfield, Maine, serves as a key educational institution within Maine School Administrative District 49 (MSAD 49). As a junior high school, it acts as a critical bridge between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and developmental needs of students in the middle grades. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and preparation for the challenges of secondary education.
The school is deeply integrated into the Fairfield community, reflecting the values and spirit of the surrounding area. Beyond its core curriculum—which typically encompasses subjects like English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—Lawrence Junior High emphasizes the importance of student engagement through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and social programs. By prioritizing both academic excellence and character development, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to transition successfully to Lawrence High School and eventually into their future personal and professional endeavors.
The school is deeply integrated into the Fairfield community, reflecting the values and spirit of the surrounding area. Beyond its core curriculum—which typically encompasses subjects like English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—Lawrence Junior High emphasizes the importance of student engagement through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and social programs. By prioritizing both academic excellence and character development, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to transition successfully to Lawrence High School and eventually into their future personal and professional endeavors.
300
Total Students
27.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 286 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White286 (95.3 %)
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Hispanic5 (1.7 %)
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Two or More4 (1.3 %)
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Black2 (0.7 %)
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Asian2 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3 %)
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: | RSU 49/MSAD 49 |
| Phone: | (207)453-4200 |
| Website: | http://www.msad49.org/o/ljhs |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 300 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 27.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 117 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
129
Grade 8
171
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 129 |
| Grade 8 | 171 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 149 | 49.7% |
| Male | 151 | 50.3% |
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