Laurel Middle School

725 Washington Avenue
Laurel, MT 59044
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 573 students in grades 5-8, Laurel Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 573 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50% in MT
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Laurel Middle School's student population of 573 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
573 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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School Rankings

Laurel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MT)
#582 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21%
36%
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34%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
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American Indian
2%
11%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
7%
5%
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Black
n/a
1%
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White
88%
78%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.22
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laurel Middle School's ranking?
Laurel Middle School is ranked #582 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Laurel Middle School often compared to?
Laurel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepherd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Laurel Middle School?
573 students attend Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Laurel Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Middle School?
Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Laurel Middle School offer ?
Laurel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Laurel Middle School part of?
Laurel Middle School is part of Laurel Elem School District.

School Reviews

5   3/2/2011
I am currently a student at LMS and our school has great academic programs. Our school has a high average GPA and incourages my classmates and I to always give 110 percent. We have a choir and band class including many art classes. We have Basketball, Football, Wrestling, Volleyball, Cross Country, Track, and they are all a taste of what high school sports are like. Our school has many athletic people and awards. Our school is big and has nice classrooms that are good focus areas. Parents are encouraged to participate in sports, clubs, and field trip activities. I am an 8th grader here and out of all 4 years of being here I love the teachers and material learned. The teachers hear help us to learn, they do not talk at us they teach like schools should be. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for good activity and learning material.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - latis

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 573 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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