Laurin Middle School

Laurin Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural area near Battle Ground, Washington. Serving students from fifth through eighth grade, Laurin Middle has an enrollment of 730 students and employs 41 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.2 out of 10, placing it at the 30th percentile among Washington schools with a state ranking of #1572 out of 2261.

Academically, Laurin Middle School has room for growth, particularly in math where only 28% of students are proficient or above. In ELA/Reading and Science, proficiency rates are slightly higher at 41% and 38%, respectively. Despite the current challenges, the school focuses on student development and offers a supportive learning environment.

Laurin Middle School is situated in a rural setting near Battle Ground, providing students with opportunities to engage with their community outside of the classroom.

While current test scores at Laurin Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Laurin Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.