Laurel School District

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.
8
Total Schools
2,620
Total Students
327.0
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Laurel School District
Demographic Student Count
White44
Hispanic364
Black2,116
Asian4
Two or More87
American Indian5
  • Black
    2,116 (80.8%)
  • Hispanic
    364 (13.9%)
  • Two or More
    87 (3.3%)
  • White
    44 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Laurel School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle2
High2
Other1
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