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Best Lawson Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,189 students in Lawson, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Lawson, MO are Lawson High School, Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawson, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lawson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Lawson, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawson High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
600 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7270
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
307 W Moss St
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Gr: PK-4 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Lawson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
602 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Gr: 5-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Watkins Mill Park Camp
25610 Park Rd North
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Lawson, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Lawson, MO include Lawson High School, Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lawson?
4 public schools are located in Lawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawson?
Lawson public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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