For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,431 students in 66044, KS (there are , serving 548 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 66044, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 66044, KS are Cordley Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and New York Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66044 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kansas public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66044, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66044, KS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cordley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1837 Vermont St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5640
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5640
Gr: K-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1045 Hilltop Dr
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
New York Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
936 New York Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Lawrence Virtual School
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 Mcdonald Drive
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5620
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5620
Gr: K-12 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
508 Elm St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5920
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5920
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Massachusetts St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5400
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
66044, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1430 Haskell Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5680
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5680
Gr: K-6 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
810 W 6 Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5800
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5800
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
601 North Iowa St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5840
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5840
Gr: K-6 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 66044, KS?
The top ranked public schools in 66044, KS include Cordley Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and New York Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66044?
6 public schools are located in 66044.
What percentage of students in 66044 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 66044 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66044?
66044 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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