Serving 184 students in grades 9-12, Hot Springs County High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hot Springs County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Thermopolis, WY, covering approximately 2006.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 56.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hot Springs County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hot Springs County High School's student population of 184 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hot Springs County High School ranks within the top 10% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hot Springs County High School is 0.34, 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
#25 out of 303 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
3%
1%
White
81%
75%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs County High School's ranking?
Hot Springs County High School is ranked #25 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hot Springs County High School?
The graduation rate of Hot Springs County High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 82%.
How many students attend Hot Springs County High School?
184 students attend Hot Springs County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hot Springs County High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hot Springs County High School?
Hot Springs County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hot Springs County High School offer ?
Hot Springs County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hot Springs County High School part of?
Hot Springs County High School is part of Hot Springs County School District #1.
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