LAUREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Laurel Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Carroll County Public Schools school district, located in Austinville, VA with about 224 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 16 teachers, Laurel Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 26 Pleasant View Road in Austinville, Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Carroll County Public Schools district. As a primary school, it is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and emotional growth of children in the surrounding rural community. The school environment typically emphasizes core curriculum subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, while striving to create a supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and foundational skill development during these critical early years of education.

Beyond the classroom, Laurel Elementary acts as a central hub for the Austinville community. Like many small-town schools, it places a strong focus on building close-knit relationships between students, staff, and families, often hosting local events that bridge the gap between the school and the neighborhood. By providing a structured and nurturing setting, the school aims to prepare its young students for the transition to middle school while establishing a positive outlook toward lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Laurel Elementary at (276) 728-9247 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.