Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts's student population of 334 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Mascot
Golden Tornadoes
School Rankings
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts ranks within the top 1% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 795 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
86%
47%
White
6%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Tornadoes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts's ranking?
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts is ranked #1 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts often compared to?
Laurel Magnet School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts?
334 students attend Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts?
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts offer ?
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts part of?
Laurel Magnet School Of The Arts is part of Laurel School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break, September 29th -October 3 , 2025
September 29, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break, Nov 24-28, 2025
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break, March 23-27, 2026
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
End of 4th Term/Last Day of School / 60% Day, May 29, 2026
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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