Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Laurel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel High School's student population of 317 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
鈥淎 community dedicated to excellence, is committed to challenging and equipping students to become knowledgeable, responsible, and engaged contributors to an ever-changing global society.鈥
School Rankings
Laurel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel High School is 0.08, 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
#580 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 High School's ranking?
Laurel High School is ranked #580 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Laurel High School often compared to?
Laurel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshannock Jr. Sr. High School, Wilmington Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurel High School?
The graduation rate of Laurel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laurel High School?
317 students attend Laurel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Laurel High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel High School?
Laurel High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel High School offer ?
Laurel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel High School part of?
Laurel High School is part of Laurel School District.
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