For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 388 students in Lawson, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Lawson, MO is Lawson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawson, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Lawson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Lawson, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Gr: 5-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
25610 Park Rd North
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Lawson, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Lawson, MO include Lawson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Lawson?
2 public middle schools are located in Lawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawson?
Lawson public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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