Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oran P Lawler Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oran P Lawler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oran P Lawler Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Personally Empowered Effective Communicators Solution Seekers Team Players Enterprising Innovators
School Rankings
Oran P Lawler Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oran P Lawler Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oran P Lawler Elementary School's ranking?
Oran P Lawler Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Oran P Lawler Elementary School?
470 students attend Oran P Lawler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Oran P Lawler Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oran P Lawler Elementary School?
Oran P Lawler Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oran P Lawler Elementary School offer ?
Oran P Lawler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oran P Lawler Elementary School part of?
Oran P Lawler Elementary School is part of Grayson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful staff, excellent school. Very invovled with the kiddos.
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