Laurel Highlands SHS Elementary Profiles &amp; FAQs (2026 List)

About Laurel Highlands SHS

Laurel Highlands Senior High School is a public high school located outside Uniontown. It is part of the Laurel Highlands School District. It is for students in 9th through 12th grade. The school enrolls 900 students and has a student-teacher ratio that facilitates classroom instruction and student engagement. Laurel Highlands Senior High School offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes college preparatory courses, career and technical education programs, arts programs and athletics. The school focuses on academic development, participation in extra-curricular activities and the provision of student support services to assist students to prepare for future educational and career pathways. The school’s math proficiency is 3% and reading proficiency is 49%. Students may also take advantage of SAT prep programs and career readiness programs to help with postsecondary planning. The school offers a full blend of academics, leadership development and innovation making it the best high school in Pennsylvania. The school, outside of Uniontown, benefits from regional educational and community resources. Laurel Highlands Senior High School is typically recognized for its diverse array of academic courses, extracurricular activities, and commitment to fostering student growth and achievement.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 3%

Reading 49%

State average proficiency is 3% in Math and 49% in Reading.

58

Full-time Teachers

14 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

816

Total Students

$76537

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 86.15%

Asian 0.37%

Hispanic 0.74%

Black 5.76%

Two+ Races 6.25%

Native Am. 0.25%

White

86.15%

Asian

0.37%

Hispanic

0.74%

Black

5.76%

Two+ Races

6.25%

Native Am.

0.25%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 816

47.55%

388 Female

52.45%

428 Male

Student Population

816 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

233 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Laurel Highlands SHS Contact Information

Address

300 Bailey Ave, Uniontown, PA, 15401

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Phone

(724) 437-4741

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Website

lhsd.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Laurel Highlands Senior High School has implemented new project-based learning modules in its science and business classes. In addition, extra-curricular activities are being introduced in the school, including academic clubs and career development workshops. Now students have more opportunities to prepare for the SAT, including college planning sessions. These efforts serve to boost academic engagement and ready students for post-secondary learning.

FAQ

Q1. What extracurricular clubs and activities does Laurel Highlands Senior High School offer?

Ans. Yes, students can be involved in clubs, student organizations, and enrichment programs.

Q2. Does the school have athletic programs?

Ans. Yes, the school offers a wide range of sports teams and athletic opportunities for students.

Q3. Are there academic support services available at the school?

Ans. Yes, students have access to tutoring, counseling and academic guidance programs.

Q4. Are there career and technical education opportunities?

Ans. Yes, students can study career-based programs and vocational learning opportunities.

Q5. How would you describe the learning environment at the school?

Ans. The school provides a caring, community-focused atmosphere that supports academic and personal growth.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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