Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, Tongue River High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 23% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tongue River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tongue River High School's student population of 200 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tongue River High School ranks within the top 20% of all 311 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tongue River High School is 0.22, 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
#50 out of 311 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Tongue River High School's ranking?
Tongue River High School is ranked #50 out of 311 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tongue River High School?
The graduation rate of Tongue River High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 81%.
How many students attend Tongue River High School?
200 students attend Tongue River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Tongue River High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tongue River High School?
Tongue River High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tongue River High School offer ?
Tongue River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tongue River High School part of?
Tongue River High School is part of Sheridan County School District #1.
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