LAUREL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Laurel Park Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Henry County Public Schools school district, located in Martinsville, VA with about 777 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, Laurel Park Middle 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 Park Middle School is a public educational institution located in Martinsville, Virginia, serving students within the Henry County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, personal responsibility, and community engagement. By providing a structured middle school experience, the faculty and staff aim to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while addressing the unique social and emotional developmental needs characteristic of the adolescent years.

The school operates as part of the broader Henry County school system, which prioritizes curriculum standards, student achievement, and the integration of technology in the classroom. Through various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and academic initiatives, Laurel Park Middle seeks to offer a well-rounded experience that encourages students to discover their talents and interests. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, policies, faculty directories, or specific district updates, the official Henry County Public Schools website serves as the primary resource for ongoing communication.

For more information, contact Laurel Park Middle at (276) 632-7216 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

280 Laurel Park Avenue
Martinsville, VA 24112
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LAUREL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Martinsville, VA with about 777 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
777
Teachers:
53.83
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
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 777 students

White
52.4%
Black or African American
27.4%
Hispanic/Latino
13.3%
Two or more races
6.3%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.7%
Male
50.3%

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.