For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,736 students in 66046, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in 66046, KS are Schwegler Elementary School, Prairie Park Elementary School and Lawrence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 66046 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 66046, KS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 66046, KS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schwegler Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2201 Ousdahl Rd
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5860
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5860
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2711 Kensington Road
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5740
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5740
Gr: K-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Lawrence High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Billy Mills Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2734 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5450
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5450
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 66046, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in 66046, KS include Schwegler Elementary School, Prairie Park Elementary School and Lawrence High School.
How many public schools are located in 66046?
4 public schools are located in 66046.
What is the racial composition of students in 66046?
66046 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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