Serving 745 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurin Middle School serves the southwest part of Battle Ground, WA, covering an area of approximately 17.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurin Middle School's student population of 745 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Laurin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurin Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1471 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurin Middle School's ranking?
Laurin Middle School is ranked #1471 out of 2,088 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
745 students attend Laurin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Laurin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 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 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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