Serving 634 students in grades 6-8, Laurel Highlands Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel Highlands Middle School's student population of 634 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1965
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Rankings
Laurel Highlands Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Highlands Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2051 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Laurel Highlands Middle School is ranked #2051 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Laurel Highlands Middle School often compared to?
Laurel Highlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Franklin School, Lafayette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Highlands Middle School?
634 students attend Laurel Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Laurel Highlands Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Highlands Middle School?
Laurel Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel Highlands Middle School offer ?
Laurel Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Highlands Middle School part of?
Laurel Highlands Middle School is part of Laurel Highlands School District.
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