CLIFFORD J LAWRENCE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Clifford J Lawrence Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Clark County school district, located in Las Vegas, NV with about 1,347 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 50 teachers, Clifford J Lawrence Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Clifford J. Lawrence Junior High School, located in the Spring Valley area of Las Vegas, serves as a public middle school within the Clark County School District. The school is named in honor of Clifford J. Lawrence, a dedicated educator and long-time administrator who was a prominent figure in Nevada’s educational history. As a middle school serving students in grades 6–8, the institution focuses on providing a transitional academic environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, emphasizing core curriculum subjects alongside social and emotional development.

The school is situated in a residential neighborhood of Las Vegas and functions as a focal point for its local community. Like many schools in the Clark County district, Lawrence Junior High provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student clubs, aimed at fostering student engagement and leadership. The facility is equipped to support a diverse student body, striving to maintain academic standards and prepare students for the rigors of high school through a structured, supportive learning environment.

For more information, contact Clifford J Lawrence Junior High School at (702) 799-2540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.