Serving 904 students in grades 6-8, South Laurel Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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South Laurel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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South Laurel Middle School's student population of 904 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Motto
Truth and Honor
South Laurel Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Laurel Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#243 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is South Laurel Middle School's ranking?
South Laurel Middle School is ranked #243 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Laurel Middle School often compared to?
South Laurel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Laurel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend South Laurel Middle School?
904 students attend South Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Laurel Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Laurel Middle School?
South Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Laurel Middle School offer ?
South Laurel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Laurel Middle School part of?
South Laurel Middle School is part of Laurel County School District.
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