Serving 730 students in grades 5-8, Laurin Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurin Middle School's student population of 730 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Laurin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurin Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1467 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurin Middle School's ranking?
Laurin Middle School is ranked #1467 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Laurin Middle School?
730 students attend Laurin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Laurin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurin Middle School?
Laurin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Laurin Middle School offer ?
Laurin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurin Middle School part of?
Laurin Middle School is part of Battle Ground School District.
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