Laurel MS

Laurel MS is a regular public middle school in the rural setting of New Castle, Pennsylvania, located at 2497 Harlansburg RD. The school serves seventh and eighth graders with an enrollment of 163 students and a student-teacher ratio of 23.3:1. With seven full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Laurel MS focuses on providing personalized support to its middle school students.

Academically, the school has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks as the 1510th best out of 2852 schools in Pennsylvania, placing it at the 47th percentile. In terms of proficiency, 65% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, while 40% meet proficiency standards in math. These scores indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development and academic growth.

Laurel MS is situated in a rural area near the town of New Castle, offering a close-knit community feel for its students.

With an enrollment of 163 students, Laurel MS is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Laurel MS is 23.3:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Laurel MS may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.