Serving 1,070 students in grades 9-12, Laramie High School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,070 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Laramie High School serves the southern part of Laramie, WY, covering an area of approximately 205.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laramie High School's student population of 1,070 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,070 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Laramie High School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laramie High School is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Plainsman
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laramie High School's ranking?
Laramie High School is ranked #149 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Laramie High School often compared to?
Laramie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whiting High School, Rock River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laramie High School?
The graduation rate of Laramie High School is 82%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Laramie High School?
1,070 students attend Laramie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Laramie High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laramie High School?
Laramie High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laramie High School offer ?
Laramie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laramie High School part of?
Laramie High School is part of Albany County School District #1.
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