Laurel High School

Laurel High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1100 W 12th St,  Laurel, MS
Laurel School District
3.9
3.0
715 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Michael Eubanks
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
82%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
37
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
560
Verbal
540
Average ACT
20
Math
18
English
20
Reading
20
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
41.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
27.7%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
236:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
Black
85.5%
Hispanic
11.6%
White
2.3%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mississippi State University 177 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 176 Students
Jones County Junior College 140 Students
University of Mississippi 138 Students
Alcorn State University 125 Students
Jackson State University 123 Students
William Carey University 88 Students
Louisiana State University 67 Students
The University of Alabama 57 Students
Tougaloo College 56 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 51 Students
Business 38 Students
Biology 33 Students
Psychology 27 Students
Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN) 16 Students
Accounting 15 Students
Dental Hygiene 15 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 13 Students
Graphic Design 12 Students
Cosmetology 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 69 Reviews
5.0 Senior
10/10/2023
The best of my experience is having good teachers and staff to help me when applying to colleges. The teachers and staff are always helpful in this category which I love. I don't really have any horrible experiences; I enjoy attending Laurel High School.
5.0 Senior
4/4/2019
laurel high is a school that has a lot of potential.my grades really improve since been there and the staff is very helpful.i would like to be more challenged in the acdemics department
5.0 Senior
10/16/2017
I liked the clubs included in laurel high school and the classes available in the district. They helped me get ready for the real world and have expanded my knowledge exponentially. The clubs offered in Laurel High school also helped me develop social skills, leadership skills, and social skills.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 7 Reviews
1.0 teacher
10/26/2021
horrible nothing works its just an overall bad school
5.0 parent
10/24/2015
I'm a 1998 graduate of R.H. Watkins (LHS.) The school has changed so much since then mainly because of the turnover ratio of teachers and administrators. We had staff in place that actually cared about the school and wanted us to succeed, now the staff doesn't want to be there which shows through th...
2.0 other
4/14/2014
I am currently employed at lsd. I come in contact with students and staff and the main concern i have experience with both is a lack of respect for others and conflicts of interest.
5.0 student
2/20/2013
The problem is...the teachers come in class with attitudes. Therefore students get smart back and mouth off by saying inappropriate things. The problem is not the school, its the students and teachers. Students show up to school not ready to get their education. They come and play, talk, and joke in...

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Laurel High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Laurel, MS and is served by the Laurel School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 715 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Laurel High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 20. Discover additional schools in the area, like Laurel High School Voc Complex, Laurel Education Center, Laurel Christian High School, and more. Learn more about what Laurel has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Laurel High School.

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