Middle Schools in Lawson R-XIV

The Lawson R-XIV school district in Missouri is home to a single middle school, Lawson Middle, which has consistently demonstrated academic excellence and efficient resource allocation. Lawson Middle ranks 172nd out of 459 Missouri middle schools and has maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating its status as a standout institution within the district.

Academically, Lawson Middle students outperform the state average in MAP test scores across multiple grade levels and subject areas, including a 51.5% proficiency rate in 5th grade mathematics compared to the state average of 39.1%. The school's 44.4% proficiency rate in 8th grade science also exceeds the state average of 37.8%. These strong academic results suggest that Lawson Middle is providing a high-quality education to its students.

In terms of demographics, Lawson Middle has a predominantly white student population, with 96.14% of students identifying as white, and a relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 28.78%. The school's financial resources are also above average, with a per-student spending of $9,657 and a student-teacher ratio of 14.3, lower than the state average. These factors contribute to Lawson Middle's ability to maintain its academic excellence and provide a supportive learning environment for its students.