LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lawrence Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lawrence Township Public School District school district, located in LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ with about 596 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 49 teachers, Lawrence Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Lawrence Middle School, located at 2455 Princeton Pike in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, is a key component of the Lawrence Township Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 7 and 8, the school is situated in a central area of Mercer County. It functions as a bridge between the elementary level and the high school, focusing on the specific academic and social-emotional needs of early adolescents. The facility is designed to foster a transition into more rigorous coursework while maintaining a supportive environment that prepares students for the challenges of Lawrence High School.

The school is known for its commitment to a well-rounded education that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts—with a variety of extracurricular opportunities. These programs often include athletics, arts, and clubs, which are intended to encourage student engagement and personal development outside of the classroom. As part of a diverse school district, Lawrence Middle School emphasizes inclusive learning practices and strives to prepare its student body to be productive members of the local and global community.

For more information, contact Lawrence Middle School at (609) 671-5520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2455 PRINCETON PIKE
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648-3938
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LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ with about 596 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
596
Teachers:
49.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 596 students

White
40.1%
Hispanic/Latino
21.5%
Asian
18.3%
Black or African American
15.9%
Two or more races
4.2%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.