MT LAUREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mt Laurel Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Shelby County school district, located in Birmingham, AL with about 621 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Mt Laurel Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Mt. Laurel Elementary School, located at 1 Jefferson Place in Birmingham, Alabama, is a prominent institution within the Shelby County School District. Situated in the picturesque, master-planned community of Mt. Laurel, the school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that mirrors the unique architectural and social character of its surrounding neighborhood. It serves students in the surrounding area with a focus on academic excellence, character development, and a strong partnership between educators, parents, and the local community.
The school is widely recognized for its high academic standards and its commitment to providing a well-rounded educational experience. Beyond core curriculum, Mt. Laurel Elementary emphasizes the importance of community involvement and hands-on learning, often utilizing the unique features of the Mt. Laurel community to enhance student engagement. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and prioritizing student success, the school consistently aims to prepare its young learners for future academic endeavors while instilling a sense of responsibility and civic pride.
For more information, contact Mt Laurel Elementary School at (205) 682-7230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 682-7230
MT LAUREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Birmingham, AL with about 621 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alabama
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Shelby County
- Total Students:
- 621
- Teachers:
- 36.1
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 621 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MT LAUREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.
- White
- 86.3%
- Black or African American
- 4.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.2%
- Asian
- 2.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 54.1%
- Male
- 45.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.