Laurel School District
2,620 Students
8 Schools
District Overview
Headquartered at 303 West 8th Street in Laurel, Mississippi (39440), the Laurel School District stands as an active, traditional public school system deeply rooted in its local community. Situated in a distant town setting within the broader Laurel metropolitan region, the district operates eight individual school campuses serving an academic continuum that spans from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded learning opportunities. As a non-charter public district, it provides a centralized educational foundation designed to guide students from early childhood development through high school graduation. Families, educators, and community members can access district resources, announcements, and administrative information online at www.laurelschools.org.
In the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a total enrollment of 2,620 students, maintaining a balanced student population composed of 1,321 male and 1,299 female learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. To deliver quality instruction and maintain efficient school operations, the district relies on a comprehensive workforce of nearly 758 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team features 327 classroom teachers and 47 instructional aides who provide direct learning guidance, backed by 384 support personnel who oversee daily operations, administrative services, and student welfare. This well-structured staffing environment highlights the district's focus on nurturing academic growth and providing holistic support across all its operational campuses.
In the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a total enrollment of 2,620 students, maintaining a balanced student population composed of 1,321 male and 1,299 female learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. To deliver quality instruction and maintain efficient school operations, the district relies on a comprehensive workforce of nearly 758 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team features 327 classroom teachers and 47 instructional aides who provide direct learning guidance, backed by 384 support personnel who oversee daily operations, administrative services, and student welfare. This well-structured staffing environment highlights the district's focus on nurturing academic growth and providing holistic support across all its operational campuses.
8
Total Schools
2,620
Total Students
327.0
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 44 |
| Hispanic | 364 |
| Black | 2,116 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 87 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Black2,116 (80.8%)
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Hispanic364 (13.9%)
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Two or More87 (3.3%)
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White44 (1.7%)
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American Indian5 (0.2%)
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Asian4 (0.2%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 4 |
| Middle | 2 |
| High | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 8 |
| Students: | 2,620* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 327.0* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.0 |
Schools in Laurel School District
Found 9 Schools
0 Students
Other 4th - 12th
732 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
323 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
388 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
253 Students
Middle School 5th - 6th
345 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
519 Students
Elementary School 2nd - 4th
405 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 1st