SOUTH LAUREL MIDDLE SCHOOL
South Laurel Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Laurel County school district, located in London, KY with about 1,051 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 59 teachers, South Laurel Middle 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.
South Laurel Middle School, located in London, Kentucky, serves as a key educational institution within the Laurel County School District. Committed to fostering both academic excellence and personal growth, the school caters to students in the middle grades, providing a structured environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary and high school. The facility at 223 S. Laurel Road serves as a central hub for the community, offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while encouraging student participation in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs to support holistic development.
The school is dedicated to preparing its student body for future success by promoting a culture of high expectations and community engagement. By focusing on essential skills, character building, and collaborative learning, South Laurel Middle School strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. With a commitment to addressing the diverse needs of its pupils, the school remains a vital pillar of the London community, working in partnership with families to nurture responsible and prepared lifelong learners.
For more information, contact South Laurel Middle School at (606) 862-4745 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
London, KY 40744
(606) 862-4745
SOUTH LAUREL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in London, KY with about 1,051 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Kentucky
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Laurel County
- Total Students:
- 1,051
- Teachers:
- 59
- 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 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 1,051 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH LAUREL MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 94.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.0%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
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.