Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School's student population of 394 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1029 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School's ranking?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is ranked #1029 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School often compared to?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Billy Mills Middle School, Lawrence West Middle School, Lawrence Southwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School?
394 students attend Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School offer ?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School part of?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School located?
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School is located in the East Lawrence neighborhood of Lawrence, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in East Lawrence.
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