Serving 2,002 students in grades 9-12, Kelly Walsh 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 43% (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 16:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 2,002 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 30% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelly Walsh High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Casper school district, covering approximately 5,375.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 43.3 miles, reaching up to 77.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kelly Walsh High School's student population of 2,002 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,002 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Kelly Walsh 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 Kelly Walsh High School is 0.38, 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
#157 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
77%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelly Walsh High School's ranking?
Kelly Walsh High School is ranked #157 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Kelly Walsh High School often compared to?
Kelly Walsh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Natrona County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Kelly Walsh High School?
The graduation rate of Kelly Walsh High School is 85%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Kelly Walsh High School?
2,002 students attend Kelly Walsh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kelly Walsh High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Walsh High School?
Kelly Walsh High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kelly Walsh High School offer ?
Kelly Walsh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Walsh High School part of?
Kelly Walsh High School is part of Natrona County School District #1.
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