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Laurel Middle School

725 Washington Avenue
Laurel, MT 59044
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 551 students in grades 5-8, Laurel Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 551 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Bottom 50% in MT
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Laurel Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Laurel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MT)
#585 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
24%
35%
36%
46%
27%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.21
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Laurel Middle School's ranking?
Laurel Middle School is ranked #585 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Laurel Middle School often compared to?
Laurel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepherd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Laurel Middle School?
551 students attend Laurel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Laurel Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurel Middle School?
Laurel Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Laurel Middle School offer ?
Laurel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Middle School part of?
Laurel Middle School is part of Laurel Elementary School District.

School Reviews

5   3/2/2011
I am currently a student at LMS and our school has great academic programs. Our school has a high average GPA and incourages my classmates and I to always give 110 percent. We have a choir and band class including many art classes. We have Basketball, Football, Wrestling, Volleyball, Cross Country, Track, and they are all a taste of what high school sports are like. Our school has many athletic people and awards. Our school is big and has nice classrooms that are good focus areas. Parents are encouraged to participate in sports, clubs, and field trip activities. I am an 8th grader here and out of all 4 years of being here I love the teachers and material learned. The teachers hear help us to learn, they do not talk at us they teach like schools should be. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for good activity and learning material.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - latis

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 551 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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