Serving 904 students in grades 6-8, South Laurel Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Laurel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Laurel Middle School's student population of 904 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Laurel Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Laurel Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Laurel Middle School's ranking?
South Laurel Middle School is ranked #291 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Laurel Middle School often compared to?
South Laurel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Laurel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Laurel Middle School?
904 students attend South Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Laurel Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Laurel Middle School?
South Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Laurel Middle School offer ?
South Laurel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Laurel Middle School part of?
South Laurel Middle School is part of Laurel County School District.
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