University Laboratory School Director's Message

Welcome to the website for the Louisiana State University Laboratory School, continuing a tradition of excellence since 1915. The Lab School offers a caring, close-knit culture, with approximately 100 students per grade K – 12, while maintaining a rigorous college preparatory (and participatory) curriculum.

The Lab School’s successes continue to garner regional and national acclaim. ²

• For the third consecutive listing, Newsweek magazine has ranked University High as one of “America’s Best High Schools”, the only public school in Louisiana so noted.

• The Louisiana State Department of Education continues to recognize the Lab School as one of the ten highest performing schools in the state

• With 24 Nationally Board Certified faculty members, the Lab School has the highest percentage of Nationally Board Certified faculty in the state.
  
  These are just a few of the ways the LSU Lab School is recognized for its commitment to the highest standards of education. Located on the beautiful LSU campus, the University Laboratory School is proud to uphold its creed, “Total Excellence in Every Endeavor.” Whether you are a parent of a current Cub, a party interested in enrollment, an alumnus checking in, or just a friend of U-High, I know you will find information on this site which will interest you. Enjoy, and come see us when you can.
  
  
  Dr. Wade Smith
  Director, Louisiana State University Laboratory School