Serving 193 students in grades 6-8, Newcastle Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Newcastle Middle School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newcastle Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Middle School is 0.13, 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
#60 out of 309 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
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 Newcastle Middle School's ranking?
Newcastle Middle School is ranked #60 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Middle School?
193 students attend Newcastle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Newcastle Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcastle Middle School?
Newcastle Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newcastle Middle School offer ?
Newcastle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newcastle Middle School part of?
Newcastle Middle School is part of Weston County School District #1.
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