Lawrence Gardner High School serves 111 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Gardner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lawrence Gardner High School's student population of 111 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence Gardner High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
23%
23%
Black
33%
7%
White
43%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence Gardner High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence Gardner High School is 10%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lawrence Gardner High School?
111 students attend Lawrence Gardner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lawrence Gardner High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Gardner High School?
Lawrence Gardner High School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lawrence Gardner High School offer ?
Lawrence Gardner High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence Gardner High School part of?
Lawrence Gardner High School is part of Department Of Corrections School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence Gardner High School located?
Lawrence Gardner High School is located in the North Topeka neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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