LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL
Laurel High is a public high school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Laurel, MD with about 1,940 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 114 teachers, Laurel High 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.
Laurel High School, located on Cherry Lane in Laurel, Maryland, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse academic curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career readiness, complemented by a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, performing arts, and student-led organizations that foster school spirit and community engagement.
The school is known for its commitment to student development and its efforts to maintain an inclusive environment that supports the academic success of its diverse student body. By leveraging resources from the PGCPS district, Laurel High provides students with various pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized career and technical education opportunities. For those looking for current information regarding academic calendars, school policies, or contact details, the official school website serves as a primary hub for families and the local community.
For more information, contact Laurel High at (301) 497-2050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Laurel, MD 20707-3663
(301) 497-2050
http://www.pgcps.org/~laurel
LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Laurel, MD with about 1,940 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Prince George's County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,940
- Teachers:
- 114
- 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
- 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 1,940 students
- Black or African American
- 55.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 33.6%
- Asian
- 4.9%
- White
- 3.8%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
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.