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Best Public Schools in Laurel, DE


Summary:

The city of Laurel, Delaware is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mixed picture, with some standout schools but also areas of concern across the district.

Laurel Senior High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 88.1%, but also has a concerning high dropout rate of 5.6% and a chronic absenteeism rate of 29.6%. In contrast, Laurel Middle School has a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 13.1%, though its statewide ranking has declined from 32nd to 46th in recent years. The elementary schools, particularly Laurel Elementary School, struggle with significantly below-average test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Across the Laurel School District, there are concerns about consistently low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism rates, and variations in spending per student. Addressing these challenges will be crucial for the district to improve educational outcomes and provide equitable opportunities for all students in Laurel, Delaware.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Delaware Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.




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