For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 284 students in Lawrence, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lawrence, MI are Bert Goens Learning Center and Lawrence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawrence, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lawrence have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lawrence, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bert Goens Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 S Paw Paw St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 539-5032
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 539-5032
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 W Saint Joseph St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8231
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8231
Gr: K-6 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lawrence, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lawrence, MI include Bert Goens Learning Center and Lawrence Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lawrence?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawrence?
Lawrence public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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