Serving 734 students in grades 6-8, Laurel Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Park Middle serves the southeast part of Martinsville, VA, covering an expansive area of approximately 265.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurel Park Middle School's student population of 734 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Park Middle School is 0.67, 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
#941 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
29%
21%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Park Middle School's ranking?
Laurel Park Middle School is ranked #941 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Park Middle School?
734 students attend Laurel Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Laurel Park Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Park Middle School?
Laurel Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Park Middle School offer ?
Laurel Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Park Middle School part of?
Laurel Park Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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