For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 415 students in Lawrence, KS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Lawrence, KS is New York Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawrence, KS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kansas public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Lawrence have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Lawrence, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New York Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
936 New York Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5780
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lawrence, KS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lawrence, KS include New York Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lawrence?
1 public preschools are located in Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawrence?
Lawrence public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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