Lawrence Free State High School is a public secondary school in Lawrence, Kansas, operated by Lawrence USD 497 school district, and serves students of grades 9 to 12. It is one of two public high schools within the city limits of Lawrence. The current enrollment is 1,786 students.
Serving 1,768 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence Free State High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Free State High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lawrence Free State High School's student population of 1,768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Green, Silver, Hunter green
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lawrence Free State High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Free State High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Firebird
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Free State High School's ranking?
Lawrence Free State High School is ranked #562 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lawrence Free State High School often compared to?
Lawrence Free State High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence Free State High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence Free State High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lawrence Free State High School?
1,768 students attend Lawrence Free State High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lawrence Free State High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Free State High School?
Lawrence Free State High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawrence Free State High School offer ?
Lawrence Free State High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence Free State High School part of?
Lawrence Free State High School is part of Lawrence School District.
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