District Overview
Headquartered at 110 McDonald Drive in Lawrence, Kansas, the Lawrence Public School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant small-city community. Spanning a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, the district manages 18 operational schools that collectively serve a student body of over 10,400 learners. Located in the heart of the Lawrence metropolitan area, the district delivers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to support student growth at every stage, providing robust foundational learning for young children and diverse college- and career-readiness pathways for high schoolers.

Behind the district’s academic framework is a broad operational network powered by approximately 2,800 full-time equivalent staff members. This comprehensive workforce features nearly 1,450 full-time educators, complemented by over 220 instructional aides and more than 1,130 dedicated support personnel, ensuring students benefit from well-supported classrooms and tailored administrative services. For families, students, and educational researchers, the Lawrence Public School District represents a key educational hub in eastern Kansas, combining strong community roots with the resource scale necessary to foster high-quality public education.
18
Total Schools
10,443
Total Students
1,448.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lawrence
Demographic Student Count
White6,450
Hispanic1,422
Black628
Asian287
Two or More1,415
American Indian228
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    6,450 (61.8%)
  • Hispanic
    1,422 (13.6%)
  • Two or More
    1,415 (13.5%)
  • Black
    628 (6.0%)
  • Asian
    287 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    228 (2.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Lawrence
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary13
Middle4
High2
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:1 Charter School
Number of schools:18
Students:10,443*
Teachers (FTE):1,448.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in Lawrence
Found 20 Schools
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th