Serving 715 students in grades 9-12, Laurel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laurel High School's student population of 715 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#569 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
5%
Black
84%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel High School's ranking?
Laurel High School is ranked #569 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Laurel High School often compared to?
Laurel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jones High School, South Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel High School?
The graduation rate of Laurel High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Laurel High School?
715 students attend Laurel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Laurel High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 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 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel High School offer ?
Laurel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Laurel High School part of?
Laurel High School is part of Laurel School District.
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