East Lawrence Middle School in Trinity, Alabama, ranked #925 in the state in 2023, showing a decline from #555 in 2010 and generally trending downward since 2017.
Math proficiency was 10% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 38%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 30–34%, which was higher than the state average of 38% in 2022.
Enrollment decreased from 727 students in 2002 to 393 students recently, with a significant increase in students eligible for free lunch rising from 33% in 2002 to 73% in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic shifts.
The school serves grades 5–8 with 393 students and 22 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of approximately 18 to 1.
Minority enrollment accounted for 20% of the student body, with White (not Hispanic) students representing 315 out of 393 total students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Lawrence Middle School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating, Empowering Eagles Everyday!
School Rankings
East Lawrence Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lawrence Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#925 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
12%
31%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lawrence County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lawrence Middle School's ranking?
East Lawrence Middle School is ranked #925 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend East Lawrence Middle School?
409 students attend East Lawrence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Lawrence Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lawrence Middle School?
East Lawrence Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Lawrence Middle School offer ?
East Lawrence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lawrence Middle School part of?
East Lawrence Middle School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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