Lawrence Family Public Academy serves 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Family Public Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lawrence Family Public Academy's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence Family Public Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
95%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lawrence Family Public Academy?
191 students attend Lawrence Family Public Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lawrence Family Public Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Family Public Academy?
Lawrence Family Public Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence Family Public Academy offer ?
Lawrence Family Public Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawrence Family Public Academy part of?
Lawrence Family Public Academy is part of Lawrence School District.
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