Serving 352 students in grades 5-8, Lawson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lawson Middle School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Lawson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawson Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawson Middle School's ranking?
Lawson Middle School is ranked #837 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lawson Middle School?
352 students attend Lawson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lawson Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawson Middle School?
Lawson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawson Middle School offer ?
Lawson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawson Middle School part of?
Lawson Middle School is part of Lawson R-XIV School District.
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