Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lawrenceville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrenceville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawrenceville Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
Do Your Best, Nothing LESs!
School Rankings
Lawrenceville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrenceville Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
12%
14%
White
54%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lester The Dragon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrenceville Elementary School's ranking?
Lawrenceville Elementary School is ranked #660 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lawrenceville Elementary School often compared to?
Lawrenceville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Franklin Elementary School, Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lawrenceville Elementary School?
301 students attend Lawrenceville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lawrenceville Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrenceville Elementary School?
Lawrenceville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrenceville Elementary School offer ?
Lawrenceville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrenceville Elementary School part of?
Lawrenceville Elementary School is part of Lawrence Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrenceville Elementary School located?
Lawrenceville Elementary School is located in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Lawrence Township, NJ.
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