Serving 324 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 39% (which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 49%). 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 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lander Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lander, WY, covering approximately 3,157.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 20.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 73.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lander Middle School's student population of 324 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lander Middle 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 Lander Middle School is 0.41, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#197 out of 303 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.8%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lander Middle School's ranking?
Lander Middle School is ranked #197 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% 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?
324 students attend Lander Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lander Middle School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
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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