What types of schools are available in Laurel, Mississippi?

Laurel, Mississippi offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Laurel, Mississippi

Q: How many schools are in Laurel, Mississippi?

There are 12 schools in Laurel, Mississippi, serving 8,330 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Laurel?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Laurel, Mississippi, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 12 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

8,330

Total Students

Across Laurel

14.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score43%

ELA Assessment Score38%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)8 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓9% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,587 students at West Jones High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts

publicmiddlePK-6

1125 North 5Th Avenue, Laurel, MS 39440

West Jones High School

publicElementary7-13th Grade

254 Springhill Road, Laurel, MS 39443

990 Highway 15 South, Laurel, MS 39443

West Jones Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

5652 Highway 84 West, Laurel, MS 39443

Northeast Jones High School

publicElementary7-13th Grade

68 Northeast Drive, Laurel, MS 39443

East Jones Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

108 Northeast Drive, Laurel, MS 39443

North Jones Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

650 Trace Road, Laurel, MS 39443

1100 W 12Th Street, Laurel, MS 39440

Oak Park Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-1

1205 Oak Park Avenue, Laurel, MS 39440

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

1600 Grandview Drive, Laurel, MS 39440

Laurel Upper Elementary

publicmiddleGrade 5-6

600 South 16Th Avenue, Laurel, MS 39440

Nora Davis Elementary

publicelementaryK2-4

1305 Martin Luther King Ave, Laurel, MS 39440

Detailed Overview of Schools in Laurel

Laurel, Mississippi is home to 12 schools serving over 8,330 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Laurel, Mississippi?

There are 12 schools in Laurel, serving 8,330 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Laurel?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Laurel include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Laurel?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Laurel is 14.3:1.

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