Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, Laramie Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laramie Middle School's student population of 676 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laramie Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 309 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
#73 out of 309 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
74%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #73 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Laramie Middle School?
676 students attend Laramie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Laramie Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 12:1, 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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