LOS ALAMOS MIDDLE

Los Alamos Middle School (LAMS), located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is the primary middle school serving the Los Alamos Public Schools district. Situated in a community renowned for its strong ties to the Los Alamos National Laboratory and a focus on scientific innovation, the school benefits from a student body and local culture that heavily emphasizes academic achievement and STEM education. LAMS serves students in grades 7 and 8, providing a transitional environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school while maintaining a focus on rigorous curriculum and extracurricular development.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to high academic standards, often ranking among the top-performing middle schools in the state. Beyond traditional core subjects, LAMS offers a variety of elective courses and enrichment programs designed to foster student interests in technology, the arts, and athletics. As part of the Los Alamos school system, it maintains close alignment with the district's goals of cultivating critical thinkers and preparing students for the advanced educational opportunities available at the neighboring Los Alamos High School.