For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,325 students in 66044, KS (there are 4 private schools, serving 596 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 66044, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 66044, KS are Cordley Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and New York Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66044 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66044, KS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66044, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cordley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 West 19th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5640
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5640
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1045 Hilltop Dr
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
New York Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
936 New York Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
508 Elm St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5920
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5920
Gr: K-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Massachusetts St
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5400
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66044, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66044, KS include Cordley Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and New York Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 66044?
6 public schools are located in 66044.
What percentage of students in 66044 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 66044 are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 66044?
66044 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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