Serving 373 students in grades 7-8, Laurel Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Intermediate Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Laurel school district, encompassing approximately 110.5 square miles around Laurel, DE. The zone typically allows for a drive to the school within 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to its edge and a maximum distance of 11 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 49% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Laurel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
29%
20%
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Black
24%
31%
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White
39%
38%
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Two or more races
7%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
33%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Middle School's ranking?
Laurel Middle School is ranked #125 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Laurel Middle School often compared to?
Laurel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaford Middle School, Millsboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Laurel Middle School?
373 students attend Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Laurel Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Middle School?
Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Laurel Middle School offer ?
Laurel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Middle School part of?
Laurel Middle School is part of Laurel School District.
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