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#133 of 301 schools in WY

Top 44% in state

Mccormick Junior High School

Middle School · Laramie County School District #1

6000 Education Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Enrollment

619

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wyoming schools

#133 of 301

In Cheyenne

#4 of 36

public schools

In district

#4 of 36

Laramie County School District #1

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Mccormick Junior High School

6.7/10

Middle School in Cheyenne · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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5.3/10

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About Mccormick Junior High School

Mccormick Junior High School is a public middle school in Cheyenne, WY, part of Laramie County School District #1. Mccormick Junior High School serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccormick Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 301 schools in WY.

Structured state assessment records for Mccormick Junior High School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WY avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Mccormick Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,376
Chronic Absenteeism33.4%

Mccormick Junior High School — Students at Mccormick Junior High School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
59%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Mccormick Junior High School Compares

See how Mccormick Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in WY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.4%

Location

6000 Education Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccormick Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Meadowlark Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Miller Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cheyenne, see our Cheyenne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Central High School Cheyenne 0.2 mi 5.5
Jessup Elementary Cheyenne 0.4 mi 5.3
Davis Elementary Cheyenne 0.5 mi 5.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEYENNE Cheyenne 0.6 mi
LAURA E MASON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheyenne 1.0 mi
Hobbs Elementary Cheyenne 1.1 mi 4.9
Deming Elementary Cheyenne 1.7 mi 3.9
Pioneer Park Elementary Cheyenne 2.2 mi 8.7
Miller Elementary Cheyenne 2.0 mi 6.2
PODER Academy Secondary School Cheyenne 2.2 mi 6.5
ST MARY S SCHOOL Cheyenne 2.6 mi 8.0
PODER Academy Cheyenne 2.6 mi 8.3
Freedom Elementary Cheyenne 2.8 mi 5.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cheyenne 2.7 mi 5.2
Arp Elementary Cheyenne 2.7 mi 2.0
Anderson Elementary Cheyenne 2.5 mi 4.9
Prairie Wind Elementary Cheyenne 3.4 mi 8.2
Alta Vista Elementary Cheyenne 3.1 mi 3.6
Cole Elementary Cheyenne 3.6 mi 2.9
Meadowlark Elementary Cheyenne 2.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,727

Median Home Value

$415,000

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

35,355

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Laramie Middle School Laramie, WY 6.7
Meadowlark Elementary Cheyenne, WY 6.7
Sage Valley Junior High School Gillette, WY 6.6
C Y Middle School Casper, WY 7.0
Jackson Hole Middle School Jackson, WY 7.0
Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan, WY 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccormick Junior High School

What grades does Mccormick Junior High School serve?

Mccormick Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Mccormick Junior High School?

Mccormick Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccormick Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccormick Junior High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccormick Junior High School rank in WY?

Mccormick Junior High School ranks #133 of 301 schools in WY.

What is Mccormick Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccormick Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mccormick Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccormick Junior High School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Mccormick Junior High School a charter school?

No, Mccormick Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mccormick Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Mccormick Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccormick Junior High School?

19.2% of students at Mccormick Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Laramie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.4%

District

Laramie County School District #1
District Enrollment
13,575
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,376
District Rank
#4 of 36

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