Serving 1,108 students in grades 9-12, South Laurel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Laurel High School's student population of 1,108 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Laurel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Laurel High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Laurel High School's ranking?
South Laurel High School is ranked #695 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Laurel High School often compared to?
South Laurel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Laurel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Laurel High School?
The graduation rate of South Laurel High School is 87%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Laurel High School?
1,108 students attend South Laurel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Laurel High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Laurel High School?
South Laurel High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Laurel High School offer ?
South Laurel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Laurel High School part of?
South Laurel High School is part of Laurel County School District.
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