Serving 1,095 students in grades 9-12, Laramie High School ranks in the top 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 50% (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 15:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,095 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 20% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laramie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Laramie High School's student population of 1,095 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,095 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laramie High School ranks within the top 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laramie High School is 0.46, 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
#117 out of 309 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
71%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laramie High School's ranking?
Laramie High School is ranked #117 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Laramie High School often compared to?
Laramie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whiting High School, Rock River High School, Sheridan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Laramie High School?
The graduation rate of Laramie High School is 89%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Laramie High School?
1,095 students attend Laramie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Laramie High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laramie High School?
Laramie High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laramie High School offer ?
Laramie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Laramie High School part of?
Laramie High School is part of Albany County School District #1.
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