Douglas High School is a public high school in Douglas, Wyoming, United States, the county seat of Converse County. Its mascot is the Bearcat, and its school colors are blue and white. It won its third consecutive 3A State Football Championship in 2010.
Serving 511 students in grades 9-12, Douglas High School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Douglas, WY, covering approximately 2,811.9 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 33.2 miles to the nearest zone edge, reaching up to 56.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Douglas High School's student population of 511 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To ensure ALL learn at high levels to become life-ready!
School Rankings
Douglas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas High School is 0.31, 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
#185 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
75%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Binturong
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas High School's ranking?
Douglas High School is ranked #185 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Douglas High School?
511 students attend Douglas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Douglas High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas High School?
Douglas High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Douglas High School offer ?
Douglas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas High School part of?
Douglas High School is part of Converse County School District #1.
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