Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Heart Mountain Academy 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 <50% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heart Mountain Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heart Mountain Academy's student population of 39 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heart Mountain Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heart Mountain Academy is 0.00, 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
#186 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heart Mountain Academy's ranking?
Heart Mountain Academy is ranked #186 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Heart Mountain Academy often compared to?
Heart Mountain Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cody High School, Powell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heart Mountain Academy?
The graduation rate of Heart Mountain Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Heart Mountain Academy?
39 students attend Heart Mountain Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Heart Mountain Academy students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heart Mountain Academy?
Heart Mountain Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Heart Mountain Academy offer ?
Heart Mountain Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heart Mountain Academy part of?
Heart Mountain Academy is part of Park County School District # 6.
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