What grades does Laurel Middle School serve?

Laurel Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Laurel area.

Where is Laurel Middle School located?

Laurel Middle School is a town school in Laurel, DE.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Middle School is 16.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Laurel, DE?

Schools in Laurel include Laurel Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Laurel area.

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Laurel Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Laurel, DE 19956

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Mon

Teacher Grading Day Staff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break - Schools ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Holiday Spirit WeekHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter Break - Schools ClosedBreakDistrict-wide

Dec

Thu

Christmas BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

7–8

Enrollment

437

Student:Teacher

16.2:1

Locale

Town

District

Laurel School District

Phone

(302)875-6110

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

31%

21th percentile in DE

Math Proficiency

19%

31th percentile in DE

Chronic Absenteeism

24.7%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,500

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

47% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,553

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,116

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,814

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 68%Local 15%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

6.9%

Uninsured residents

10.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

531

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

470

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

210 (45%)

Other Health Impairment

66 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

53 (11%)

Autism

48 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

20 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

12 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

373

Current enrollment

Declining(-48% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Teacher Grading Day

Staff Day

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Professional Development

Staff Day

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Laurel School District. Laurel Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day Holiday - ClosedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	State Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Grading Day District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Holiday Spirit WeekDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	Teacher Grading DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Teacher Grading DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Teacher Comp Day - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - Schools ClosedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Teacher Grading DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Last Teacher DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—