Superintendent, Lawrence Public Schools

About our District

Proudly nicknamed the "Immigrant City", Lawrence, Massachusetts has been home to many immigrant communities for generations and is a city rich in diversity, history, and resilience. Lawrence Public Schools is committed to creating high-quality learning opportunities that meet the whole child's development. The district strives to create an inclusive environment that encourages children of all abilities to be lifelong learners and to meet their full potential.  Latinos are now the largest ethnic group in Lawrence, accounting for 94.5% of the school district's current population.  Lawrence serves approximately 13,000 PK-12 students, in its 5 early elementary schools, 8 elementary, 7 middle, 2 high schools, and 4 mixed grade band schools. In November 2011, the Lawrence Public Schools was placed into state receivership by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary & Secondary Education (DESE) because of its chronic underperformance and...