Serving 36 students in grades 3-12, Uhs Of Laurel Heights ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Uhs Of Laurel Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Uhs Of Laurel Heights's student population of 36 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Uhs Of Laurel Heights is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
61%
36%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Uhs Of Laurel Heights often compared to?
Uhs Of Laurel Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Youth Villages At Inner Harbour by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Uhs Of Laurel Heights?
The graduation rate of Uhs Of Laurel Heights is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 85%.
How many students attend Uhs Of Laurel Heights?
36 students attend Uhs Of Laurel Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Uhs Of Laurel Heights students are Black, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uhs Of Laurel Heights?
Uhs Of Laurel Heights has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uhs Of Laurel Heights offer ?
Uhs Of Laurel Heights offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Uhs Of Laurel Heights part of?
Uhs Of Laurel Heights is part of Dekalb County School District.
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