2025 Best School Districts in Lawrence, Kansas
K-12 Schools
- Lawrence Free State High School
- Public school
- Grades 9-12
- Known for strong academic programs and extracurricular activities
- Southwest Middle School
- Public school
- Grades 6-8
- Offers advanced courses and various clubs
- Hillcrest Elementary School
- Public school
- Grades K-5
- Known for its diverse student body and inclusive environment
Colleges and Universities
- University of Kansas (KU)
- Public research university
- Main campus located in Lawrence
- Known for its strong liberal arts, engineering, and business programs
- Haskell Indian Nations University
- Tribal university
- Offers associate and bachelor’s degrees
- Focuses on Native American culture and education
- Baker University
- Private university
- Main campus in nearby Baldwin City, with a satellite campus in Lawrence
- Offers undergraduate and graduate programs