LAUREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Laurel El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Laurel SD school district, located in New Castle, PA with about 554 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Laurel El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Laurel Elementary School, located at 223 McCaslin Rd in New Castle, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary educational facility for younger students within the Laurel School District. As a central component of the district’s academic offerings, the school focuses on fostering early childhood development and establishing a strong foundational education in core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is known for its community-oriented approach, aiming to create a nurturing environment that encourages both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students.

Situated in a rural-suburban setting, Laurel Elementary benefits from a close-knit school community that emphasizes the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding New Castle area. In addition to its standard curriculum, the school typically integrates extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to prepare students for the transition to middle school. With a commitment to the district’s overall mission of excellence, Laurel Elementary strives to provide a safe and engaging atmosphere where children can develop the essential skills necessary for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Laurel El Sch at (724) 658-2673 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.