Laurel High School is a public high school located in Laurel, Maryland, United States; it is the oldest school in the Prince George's County Public Schools system. The school serves Laurel, portions of Konterra, South Laurel, and West Laurel.
Serving 2,179 students in grades 9-12, Laurel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel High School's student population of 2,179 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1899
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Spartans
School Rankings
Laurel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#848 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
44%
23%
Black
48%
33%
White
4%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel High School's ranking?
Laurel High School is ranked #848 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel High School?
The graduation rate of Laurel High School is 72%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Laurel High School?
2,179 students attend Laurel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Laurel High School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 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 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel High School offer ?
Laurel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel High School part of?
Laurel High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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