Serving 388 students in grades 7-8, Laurel Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Laurel, MS, encompassing approximately 14.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel Middle School's student population of 388 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
'Every Student Counts. Every Moment Matters.'
School Rankings
Laurel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#697 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
80%
45%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Middle School's ranking?
Laurel Middle School is ranked #697 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Laurel Middle School?
388 students attend Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Laurel Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Middle School?
Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
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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