Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Laramie Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laramie Middle School's student population of 719 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laramie Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laramie Middle School is 0.42, 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
#114 out of 311 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
1%
1%
White
74%
77%
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
16%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #114 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend Laramie Middle School?
719 students attend Laramie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Laramie Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 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
What school district is Laramie Middle School part of?
Laramie Middle School is part of Albany County School District #1.
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