Boston Latin School vs Lawrence
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boston Latin School
Boston · Public high · Grades 7–12
2,424 students
Lawrence
Brookline · Public elementary · Grades K–8
630 students
| Measure | Boston Latin School Boston, Massachusetts | Lawrence Brookline, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #76 of 300 | #167 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #1131 of 16,910 | #3845 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,424 | 630 |
| Enrollment | 2,424 | 630 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 74% |
| city | Boston | Brookline |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawrence scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.1 vs 80.9).
- •Boston Latin School does better on math proficiency (94% vs 74%).
- •Boston Latin School does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 73%).
- •Lawrence does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 18.8).
- •Boston Latin School is the larger school with 2,424 students compared with 630.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Boston Latin School better than Lawrence?
On the Success Index (US), Lawrence ranks higher (82.1 vs 80.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Boston Latin School and Lawrence?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Boston and Brookline in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston Latin School: 2,424. Lawrence: 630. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston Latin School and Lawrence rank in Massachusetts?
Boston Latin School is 76th of 300 and Lawrence is 167th of 1,009 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).