In Lawrence USD 497, our focus is your student's success!
The seventh-largest public school district in Kansas, USD 497 serves more than 11,000 students in Lawrence. We're located on Interstate 70 about half-way between Topeka and Kansas City. With about 1,700 employees, we're also one of the city's largest employers. Our 21 school campuses include a pre-kindergarten program, 14 elementary schools (grades K-5), four middle schools (grades 6-8), two comprehensive high schools (grades 9-12), a K-8 virtual school and a virtual high school (grades 9-11).
In addition, we offer a Parents as Teachers program for families of children from birth to age three. The Centennial Adult Education Center provides adult basic education, English as a Second Language courses, G.E.D. study and testing, and the opportunity for adults to earn a high school diploma.
"Learning for All" reflects our commitment to each of our student's personal academic needs and success.
Lawrence USD 497 is a learning community committed to ensuring educational equity and excellence so that students of all races and backgrounds achieve at high levels and graduate prepared for success in college, careers and life in a diverse and rapidly changing world.
KU School of Law
2 miles
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Murphy Hall
2 miles
I was sexually assaulted by the French horn professor here. KU protected him and prom...
The University of Kansas School of Business
2 miles
Clean. Open. Several options for study areas and group work. Panoramic views of Allen...
Lawrence High School
2 miles
A ex Student did fat burn outs and would get hella sideways leaving the school parkin...
Eudora Elementary School
10 miles
This school is very friendly and helpful! I loved my experience there!
Lansing High School
25 miles
Excellent school with great teachers. They are huge on communication and student acco...
Kansas School for the Deaf
25 miles
The US-24 route is easier to go through. I love the school and it's staff.
Piper High School
26 miles
Piper High School is a great high school in Kansas City, Kansas. I have a nephew who ...
Leavenworth High School
28 miles
horrible school, teachers obviously hate their lives and always get an attitude, stud...
Insight School of Kansas
28 miles
My grandsons greatly benefitted from their time in K-12! My husband & I loved the opp...
Spring Hill Elementary School
29 miles
Spring Hill School District
29 miles
Spring Hill High School
29 miles
This school is as cool as a cucumber. This will be my favorite school five-ever. It's...
Hazel Grove Elementary School
30 miles
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