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Laurel Upper Elementary

600 South 16Th Avenue, Laurel, MS 39440, United States
+1 (601) 649-8573
http://www.laurelschools.org/
1.5
Overall Rating

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Laurel Upper Elementary Overview

About This School

Laurel Upper Elementary is a public middle in Laurel, Mississippi, serving 253 students in grades Grade 5-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate 16% proficiency in ELA and 13% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 18 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $42,757. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 81% Black, 16% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% White students.

253
Total Students
Grade 5-6
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
18 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts16%
Mathematics13%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 5-6
County
Jones County
Students per Counselor
253:1

Laurel Upper Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

16%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 40%
13%
Mathematics
City Avg: 43%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
253
Students per Counselor

Laurel Upper Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
18

Average Teacher Salary

$42,757
City Avg: $46,556
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor253:1

Laurel Upper Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.96%
Male
47.04%
Female
Total Enrollment: 253 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.19%
Hispanic15.81%
Asian0%
Black81.03%
Two or More Races1.58%
Native American0.4%

Laurel Upper Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Laurel Upper Elementary

Q: What is Laurel Upper Elementary?

A: Laurel Upper Elementary is a middle public located in Laurel.

Q: How many students attend Laurel Upper Elementary?

A: Laurel Upper Elementary has approximately 253 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Upper Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Upper Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Laurel Upper Elementary

Laurel Upper Elementary is a public middle in Laurel, Mississippi, serving 253 students in grades Grade 5-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate 16% proficiency in ELA and 13% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 18 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $42,757. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 81% Black, 16% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% White students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Laurel Upper Elementary - Laurel, MS

Quick Facts about Laurel Upper Elementary
School NameLaurel Upper Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 5-6
Location600 South 16Th Avenue, Laurel, MS 39440, Laurel, MS
CountyJones County
Phone+1 (601) 649-8573
Total Students253
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers18
Rating1.5/10
ELA Proficiency16%
Math Proficiency13%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Laurel Upper Elementary

What is Laurel Upper Elementary?

Laurel Upper Elementary is a middle public located in Laurel.

How many students attend Laurel Upper Elementary?

Laurel Upper Elementary has approximately 253 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Upper Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Upper Elementary is 13:1.

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