Serving 921 students in grades 6-8, Lawler Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lawler Middle School's student population of 921 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Lawler Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawler Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
83%
6%
Hispanic
3%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawler Middle School's ranking?
Lawler Middle School is ranked #13 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lawler Middle School often compared to?
Lawler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fowler Middle School, Rice Middle School, Pioneer Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lawler Middle School?
921 students attend Lawler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lawler Middle School students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawler Middle School?
Lawler Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawler Middle School offer ?
Lawler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lawler Middle School part of?
Lawler Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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