Serving 862 students in grades 9-12, Star Valley 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 40% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Star Valley High School's student population of 862 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Star Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Valley High School is 0.15, which is less 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
#139 out of 311 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
1%
White
92%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Valley High School's ranking?
Star Valley High School is ranked #139 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Star Valley High School often compared to?
Star Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swift Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Star Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Star Valley High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81%.
How many students attend Star Valley High School?
862 students attend Star Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Star Valley High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Valley High School?
Star Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Star Valley High School offer ?
Star Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Star Valley High School part of?
Star Valley High School is part of Lincoln County School District #2.
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