What grades does Lawson Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Lawson Elementary School serves students in Johnston, IA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Lawson Elementary School located?

You can find Lawson Elementary School in Johnston, IA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawson Elementary School?

At Lawson Elementary School, there are approximately 14.9 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Johnston, IA?

Lawson Elementary School is among the schools serving Johnston, IA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Lawson Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Johnston, Iowa|Johnston Comm School District

Johnston, IA 50131

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

595

Student:Teacher

14.9:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Johnston Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

37.5%

Phone

(515)278-0478

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

68%

40th percentile in IA

Math Proficiency

75%

72th percentile in IA

Chronic Absenteeism

6.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

44 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.5:1

Near average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

603

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

43.44

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,378

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,017

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,737

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 4%State 46%Local 50%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$287,903

+1.5% 1yr+27.9% 5yr

Des Moines, IA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Uninsured residents

7.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

801

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

761

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

545

Current enrollment

Declining(-13% 5yr)

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Johnston Comm School District. Lawson Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	First Day of PreschoolDistrict-wide	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lawson Elementary School

As of the most recent data, 595 students are enrolled at Lawson Elementary School. It is a Primary school within the local district.

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