Serving 686 students in grades 6-8, Lawrence West Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence West Middle School's student population of 686 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawrence West Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence West Middle School is 0.52, 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
#776 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 West Middle School's ranking?
Lawrence West Middle School is ranked #776 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lawrence West Middle School often compared to?
Lawrence West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Southwest Middle School, Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School, Billy Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lawrence West Middle School?
686 students attend Lawrence West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lawrence West Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence West Middle School?
Lawrence West Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawrence West Middle School offer ?
Lawrence West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence West Middle School part of?
Lawrence West Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence West Middle School located?
Lawrence West Middle School is located in the Sunset Hills neighborhood of Lawrence, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Sunset Hills.
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