Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Laurel Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#989 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
93%
44%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Elementary School is ranked #989 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Elementary School?
199 students attend Laurel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Laurel Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Elementary School?
Laurel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurel Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Elementary School part of?
Laurel Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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