Serving 685 students in grades 7-8, Johnson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Johnson Junior High School's student population of 685 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Junior High School is 0.57, 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
#271 out of 311 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
3%
1%
White
54%
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
33%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Junior High School's ranking?
Johnson Junior High School is ranked #271 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Johnson Junior High School often compared to?
Johnson Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccormick Junior High School, Carey Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
How many students attend Johnson Junior High School?
685 students attend Johnson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Johnson Junior High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Junior High School?
Johnson Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnson Junior High School offer ?
Johnson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Johnson Junior High School part of?
Johnson Junior High School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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