Serving 622 students in grades 7-8, Mccormick Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McCormick Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cheyenne, WY school district, covering approximately 1,356.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 22.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 40.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccormick Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mccormick Junior High School's student population of 622 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Mccormick Junior 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 Mccormick Junior High School is 0.39, which is less 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
#93 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccormick Junior High School's ranking?
Mccormick Junior High School is ranked #93 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Mccormick Junior High School often compared to?
Mccormick Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carey Junior High School, Johnson Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Mccormick Junior High School?
622 students attend Mccormick Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mccormick Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccormick Junior High School?
Mccormick Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mccormick Junior High School offer ?
Mccormick Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccormick Junior High School part of?
Mccormick Junior High School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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