Serving 295 students in grades 4-5, Laurel Upper Elementary 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 13% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel Upper Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 107% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurel Upper Elementary 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 Upper Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#770 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
5%
Black
80%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Upper Elementary School is ranked #770 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Laurel Upper Elementary School?
295 students attend Laurel Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Laurel Upper Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Upper Elementary School?
Laurel Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel Upper Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Laurel Upper Elementary School part of?
Laurel Upper Elementary School is part of Laurel School District.
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