Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Laramie Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher 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 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laramie Junior High School serves the southern part of Laramie, WY, covering an expansive area of approximately 205.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 16.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laramie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Laramie Middle School's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Laramie Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laramie Middle 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
#61 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
72%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laramie Middle School's ranking?
Laramie Middle School is ranked #61 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% 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).
How many students attend Laramie Middle School?
735 students attend Laramie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Laramie Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laramie Middle School?
Laramie Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laramie Middle School offer ?
Laramie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laramie Middle School part of?
Laramie Middle School is part of Albany County School District #1.
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