- Enrollment
- 1,252
- Students per teacher
- 19.3:1
- Resource Index
- 29/100
High school (grades 9-12) · London, KY
South Laurel High School
Federal NCES profile for South Laurel High School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 26/100.
2024-25 NCES dataHigh school (grades 9-12)NCES 210321000865
👥 S:T ratio 9
🌟 Gifted program 70
🎓 Counselors 25
📋 Attendance 0
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
South Laurel High School earns 26/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 96% of Kentucky schools. It is also one of the largest schools in Kentucky.
- #3 of 3
- high schools in London · Resource Index
- 26
- Resource Index · Lower
- 22.8:1
- large classes for Kentucky
- 62.0%
- free-lunch eligible
South Laurel High School has class sizes larger than 96% of Kentucky schools. Computed live against every Kentucky school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, South Laurel High School ranks #3 of 3 high schools in London, KY.
School address
District: Laurel County · Kentucky
NCES ID 210321000865 Verify on NCES CCD record →
CCD year-over-year · 2022-23 → 2023-24
+13 students YoY
South Laurel High School held near 1,121 students from 2022-23 to 2023-24 (+13 headcount).
Teacher FTE added 49.0 → 54.0 across the same CCD years.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data public-school universe (2022-23, 2023-24).
Steady CCD campus
+13 students YoY 210321000865 · London, KY High · MID · TRAD
1,119 enr · 22.8:1 · 62.0% lunch · RII 26
Nearest enrollment peer: North Laurel High School (1,252 students)
South Laurel High School held near 1,121 students from 2022-23 to 2023-24 (+13 headcount). Teacher FTE added 49.0 → 54.0 across the same CCD years. Read with this school → · District book → · Kentucky schools → · Find another →
South Laurel High School in the enrollment neighbourhood
Fall enrollment among this campus and nearest district peers
- North Laurel H
North Laurel High School
1,252 students
- This school
South Laurel High School
1,119 students
- North Laurel M
North Laurel Middle School
970 students
- South Laurel M
South Laurel Middle School
837 students
- Hunter Hills E
Hunter Hills Elementary School
617 students
- London Element
London Elementary School
592 students
What this shows South Laurel High School reports 1,119 students on the CCD universe file.
How South Laurel High School compares
South Laurel High School held steady on CCD headcount: ratios and free-lunch share vs Kentucky and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Kentucky | Kentucky avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 22.8:1 | ▲ 50% | 15.2:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 62.0% | ▲ 5% | 59.2% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 1,119 | top 5% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
22.8:1
Leaner classes than 9% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
1,119
Bigger than 93% of US schools by enrollment, a large campus nationally.
Equity indicators methodology
Economic need
62.0%
free-lunch eligible
- 5% above the Kentucky average of 59.2%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
22.8:1
students per teacher
- 50% above state mean
Top 96% in Kentucky - lower ratio than 4% of state schools
Above 20:1, running heavier than the typical U.S. public school; staffing is comparatively stretched.
Engagement
39.9%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$12,611
per pupil, district-wide
- below Kentucky avg of $14,362
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors3.0 FTE
Per 373 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
213
in-school suspensions + 91 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 19.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 27.2 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Student demographics
White 91.1%
Hispanic or Latino 4.3%
Two or More 2.0%
African American 1.4%
Asian 0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%
Largest group: White at 91.1% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 16.8/100
Simpson diversity index - at 16.8, South Laurel High School is less mixed than the Kentucky school average of 34.5.
Programs
AP courses offered 11
Gifted & talented Yes
District finance for Laurel County reports $12,611 per pupil (NCES F-33) - open the district page for the full revenue mix.
How South Laurel High School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Laurel High School | Similar size | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| North Laurel Middle School | Similar size | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| South Laurel Middle School | Smaller | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Hunter Hills Elementary School | Smaller | Higher economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| London Elementary School | Smaller | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to South Laurel High School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 970
- Students per teacher
- 15.6:1
- Resource Index
- 30/100
- Enrollment
- 837
- Students per teacher
- 16.1:1
- Resource Index
- 37/100
- Enrollment
- 617
- Students per teacher
- 15.8:1
- Resource Index
- 39/100
- Enrollment
- 592
- Students per teacher
- 17.9:1
- Resource Index
- 33/100
Similar high schools in London
2 comparable high schools (grades 9-12) serving the same city.
Nationwide high schools with similar size or staffing
Out-of-state peers matched by enrollment and by student-teacher ratio, not the same-city or same-district lists above.
Similar enrollment (~1,119 students)
Similar student-teacher ratio (~22.8:1)
Frequently asked questions about South Laurel High School
How many students attend South Laurel High School?
South Laurel High School has 1,119 students enrolled. It is a high school in London, KY. CCD year-over-year: 1,108 (2022-23) → 1,121 (2023-24), nearly flat (+13).
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Laurel High School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Laurel High School is 22.8:1, which is 50% higher than the Kentucky average of 15.2:1 and 45% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at South Laurel High School?
62.0% of students at South Laurel High School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Kentucky average of 59.2%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of South Laurel High School?
The largest demographic group at South Laurel High School is White at 91.1% of enrollment, in London, KY.
What is the Resource Investment Index for South Laurel High School?
South Laurel High School has a Resource Investment Index of 26/100 (lower reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 4 factors: student-teacher ratio, gifted-program reporting, counselor availability, chronic absenteeism. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does South Laurel High School rank among high schools in London?
By Resource Investment Index, South Laurel High School ranks #3 of 3 high schools in London, KY. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all high schools in London on the city page.
What other schools are in Laurel County?
Besides South Laurel High School, Laurel County also operates North Laurel High School (1,252 students), North Laurel Middle School (970 students), and South Laurel Middle School (837 students). See the Laurel County district page for the complete list.