Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Lander Middle 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 41% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lander Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Lander Middle School 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 Lander Middle School is 0.42, which is more 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
#198 out of 309 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
10%
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lander Middle School's ranking?
Lander Middle School is ranked #198 out of 309 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Lander Middle School?
371 students attend Lander Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lander Middle School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lander Middle School?
Lander Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lander Middle School offer ?
Lander Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lander Middle School part of?
Lander Middle School is part of Fremont County School District # 1.
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