Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, Big Piney 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Piney High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Big Piney, WY, encompassing approximately 2012.5 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 28.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 48.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Piney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Big Piney High School's student population of 150 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will ensure high levels of learning for ALL while demonstrating our district values.
School Rankings
Big Piney High School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Piney High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Punchers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Piney High School's ranking?
Big Piney High School is ranked #123 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Piney High School?
The graduation rate of Big Piney High School is 90%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Big Piney High School?
150 students attend Big Piney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Big Piney High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Piney High School?
Big Piney High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Big Piney High School offer ?
Big Piney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Piney High School part of?
Big Piney High School is part of Sublette County School District #9.
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