For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,771 students in Lawrence, KS.
The top-ranked public high schools in Lawrence, KS are Lawrence Free State High School and Lawrence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawrence, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Lawrence have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public high schools.
Lawrence, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Kansas average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawrence Free State High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lawrence, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence Free State High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4700 Overland Drive
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-6050
Lawrence, KS 66049
(785) 832-6050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,774 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Louisiana St
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Lawrence, KS 66046
(785) 832-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Lawrence, KS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Lawrence, KS include Lawrence Free State High School and Lawrence High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lawrence?
3 public high schools are located in Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawrence?
Lawrence public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Lawrence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lawrence include: Lawrence High School vs. Lawrence Free State High School, Lawrence Free State High School vs. Lawrence High School, Lawrence Virtual School vs. Lawrence High School
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