Laramie High School is a high school in Laramie, Albany County, Wyoming, United States. In the Albany County School District, high school begins in the 9th grade; 9th grade students are now able to attend high school in Laramie due to the building of a new high school.
Serving 1,111 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 15:1 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 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laramie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Laramie High School's student population of 1,111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
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 0.43, 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
#149 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
73%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Plainsman
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 equal to the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Laramie High School?
1,111 students attend Laramie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Laramie High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laramie High School?
Laramie High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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