Laurel School

Franklin County Community Sch Corp
13246 SR 121
Laurel, IN 47024
245 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Laurel School, located in Laurel, Indiana, is a public educational institution that serves as a core component of the Franklin County Community School Corporation. Situated in a rural setting, the school plays a vital role in the local community by providing foundational education to students in the area. It is characterized by its focus on fostering a supportive learning environment, emphasizing both academic development and the personal growth of its student body.

As part of the broader Franklin County school system, Laurel School is committed to preparing its students for success as they progress through their academic careers. The school typically focuses on core curriculum standards while utilizing the advantages of a smaller school setting to encourage teacher-student engagement. By maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Laurel community, the school serves not only as a place of instruction but also as a central hub for student activities and local civic life.
245
Total Students
19.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    240 (98.0%)
  • Hispanic
    3 (1.2%)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Franklin County Community Sch Corp
Phone: (765)698-3851
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 245
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 139
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 17
Kindergarten 28
Grade 1 33
Grade 2 34
Grade 3 33
Grade 4 29
Grade 5 33
Grade 6 38
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Everton Elementary School
Fayette County School Corporation
266 Students
2440 E Everton Rd
Connersville, IN 47331 (7.1 miles away)
Elementary School K - 6th