Lawrence North High School is a public high school in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The school was founded in 1976 and graduated its first class in 1978. Lawrence North is one of two high schools in the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, the other one being Lawrence Central High School.
Serving 2,832 students in grades 9-12, Lawrence North High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,832 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lawrence North High School's student population of 2,832 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Green, Red
School Rankings
Lawrence North High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence North High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1281 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
43%
13%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence North High School's ranking?
Lawrence North High School is ranked #1281 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lawrence North High School often compared to?
Lawrence North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence North High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence North High School is 93%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lawrence North High School?
2,832 students attend Lawrence North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lawrence North High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence North High School?
Lawrence North High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lawrence North High School offer ?
Lawrence North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence North High School part of?
Lawrence North High School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence North High School located?
Lawrence North High School is located in the I 69 And Fall Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in I 69 And Fall Creek.
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