Lawrence County Developmental serves 16 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence County Developmental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lawrence County Developmental's student population of 16 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence County Developmental is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
31%
32%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lawrence County Developmental?
16 students attend Lawrence County Developmental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lawrence County Developmental students are White, 31% of students are Black, and 13% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Lawrence County Developmental offer ?
Lawrence County Developmental offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence County Developmental part of?
Lawrence County Developmental is part of Lawrence County School District.
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