East Laurens Primary School serves 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Laurens Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Laurens Primary School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Laurens Primary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
40%
36%
White
45%
34%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend East Laurens Primary School?
627 students attend East Laurens Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of East Laurens Primary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Laurens Primary School?
East Laurens Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Laurens Primary School offer ?
East Laurens Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Laurens Primary School part of?
East Laurens Primary School is part of Laurens County School District.
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