SOUTH LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL
South Laurel High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Laurel County school district, located in London, KY with about 1,247 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 60 teachers, South Laurel High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
South Laurel High School, located in London, Kentucky, is a public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Laurel County School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic achievement and a robust variety of extracurricular opportunities. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with personal development through arts, athletics, and various student-led organizations.
In addition to its standard curriculum, South Laurel High School places a strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education. The school fosters a supportive environment characterized by active faculty engagement and a strong sense of school spirit. By integrating modern educational practices with a deep-rooted commitment to the success of their student body, South Laurel High continues to be a primary pillar of the educational landscape in Laurel County.
For more information, contact South Laurel High School at (606) 862-4727 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
London, KY 40744
(606) 862-4727
SOUTH LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in London, KY with about 1,247 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kentucky
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Laurel County
- Total Students:
- 1,247
- Teachers:
- 60
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Supplemental 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 1,247 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 94.3%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.7%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Two or more races
- 0.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
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.