Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Laurel High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurel High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel High School's ranking?
Laurel High School is ranked #62 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Laurel High School often compared to?
Laurel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshannock Jr. Sr. High School, Wilmington Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel High School?
The graduation rate of Laurel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laurel High School?
328 students attend Laurel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Laurel High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel High School?
Laurel High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel High School offer ?
Laurel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel High School part of?
Laurel High School is part of Laurel School District.
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