Laurel Middle School serves 310 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 59% (which was lower than the Delaware state average of 70%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 68% (which was lower than the Delaware state average of 73%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 35% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)59%
70%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)68%
73%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
23%
31%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 70% DE state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% DE state average).
How many students attend Laurel Middle School?
310 students attend Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Laurel Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Middle School?
Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Middle School offer ?
Laurel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Laurel Middle School part of?
Laurel Middle School is part of Laurel School District.
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