Serving 640 students in grades 7-8, Johnson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming 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 Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Johnson Junior High School's student population of 640 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Firebird Pride
School Rankings
Johnson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Junior High School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
15%
Black
2%
1%
White
49%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Junior High School's ranking?
Johnson Junior High School is ranked #280 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Johnson Junior High School often compared to?
Johnson Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carey Junior High School, Mccormick Junior High 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 49% WY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Johnson Junior High School?
640 students attend Johnson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Johnson Junior High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Junior High School?
Johnson Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnson Junior High School offer ?
Johnson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Junior High School part of?
Johnson Junior High School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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